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Dr. Stephen Brittain

Physiatrist

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Brittain, Physiatrist in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Stephen Brittain is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Brittain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brittain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brittain’s office at (337) 439-3344.

    What languages does Dr. Brittain speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Brittain 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. Brittain. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Brittain may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brittain's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brittain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brittain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 439-3344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brittain accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Brittain in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brittain's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Brittain's Primary Practice

    3221 Ryan St Ste D

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

    (337) 439-3344

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    Dr. Stephen Brittain's Practice 2

    3501 5th Ave Ste C2

    Lake Charles, LA 70607

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

    Dr. Brittain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689988818.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brittain?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Brittain's specialty?

    Dr. Brittain is a Physiatrist near Lake Charles, LA.

    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. Stephen Brittain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Brittain is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Stephen Brittain accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Brittain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Brittain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brittain's office at (337) 439-3344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Brittain?

    Please contact Dr. Brittain's office at (337) 439-3344 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brittain's office located?

    Dr. Brittain's office is located in Lake Charles, LA.