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Dr. Sathya Vadivelu, DO

Physiatrist

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vadivelu, Physiatrist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Sathya Vadivelu, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vadivelu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vadivelu’s office at (816) 234-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Vadivelu speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Vadivelu 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. Vadivelu. 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:

    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia
    • CP with spastic diplegia
    • Little's disease
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Wry Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Torticollis
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Twisted Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M436: Torticollis

    Also known as:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X0D: Concussion without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Vestibular Disorder
    • Balance Problems
    • Inner Ear Balance Disorder
    • Vestibular Dysfunction
    • Balance System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H8190: Unspecified disorder of vestibular function, unspecified ear

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Vadivelu 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. Vadivelu. 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:

    • 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:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

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

    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. Vadivelu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vadivelu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 234-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vadivelu accept in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Vadivelu in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vadivelu's office located?

    Dr. Sathya Vadivelu's Primary Practice

    2401 Gillham Rd

    Kansas City, MO 64108

    (816) 234-3000

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    Dr. Sathya Vadivelu's Practice 2

    5808 W 110th St

    Overland Park, KS 66211

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    Dr. Sathya Vadivelu's Practice 3

    3011 Baltimore Ave

    Kansas City, MO 64108

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

    Dr. Vadivelu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023265667.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vadivelu?

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

    What is Dr. Sathya Vadivelu's specialty?

    Dr. Vadivelu is a Physiatrist near Kansas City, MO.

    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. Sathya Vadivelu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vadivelu is affiliated with Nkc Health, Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center 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. Sathya Vadivelu accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Sathya Vadivelu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sathya Vadivelu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vadivelu's office at (816) 234-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sathya Vadivelu?

    Please contact Dr. Vadivelu's office at (816) 234-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vadivelu's office located?

    Dr. Vadivelu's offices are located in Kansas City, MO and Overland Park, KS.