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Dr. Miguel Escalon, MD

Dr. Miguel Escalon, MD

Physiatrist, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Escalon, Physiatrist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Miguel Escalon, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Escalon completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the AAPMR, AAP, and ASCIP. Dr. Escalon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escalon’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escalon’s office at (212) 241-6321.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Escalon?

    Dr. Miguel Escalon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Escalon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Injury, Joint and Soft Tissue Injections, Knee Injuries, Osteoarthritis, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Prosthesis Management, Spinal Cord Injury, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Escalon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Escalon go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

    What languages does Dr. Escalon speak?

    Dr. Escalon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Escalon typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Escalon diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Escalon. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Quadriplegia
    • Paraplegia
    • Incomplete Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis
    • Partial lower body paralysis
    • Incomplete paralysis of legs
    • Partial paraplegia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
    • G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Escalon typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Escalon performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Escalon. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Escalon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Escalon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-6321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Escalon accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Escalon in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Escalon's office located?

    Dr. Miguel Escalon's Primary Practice

    5 E 98th St Fl 6

    New York, NY 10029

    (212) 241-6321

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of AAPMR

    • Member of AAP

    • Member of ASCIP

    What is Dr. Escalon's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Escalon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124256466.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escalon?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escalon

    What is Dr. Miguel Escalon's specialty?

    Dr. Escalon is a Physiatrist near New York, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Miguel Escalon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Escalon is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Miguel Escalon accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Miguel Escalon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Miguel Escalon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Escalon's office at (212) 241-6321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Miguel Escalon?

    Please contact Dr. Escalon's office at (212) 241-6321 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Escalon's office located?

    Dr. Escalon's office is located in New York, NY.