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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Charles, Physiatrist in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Bernard Charles, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Charles graduated from Kasturba Medical College Mangalore. Dr. Charles is fluent in English and Malay, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charles’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charles’s office at (815) 630-5119.
Where did Dr. Charles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
What languages does Dr. Charles speak?
Dr. Charles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malay
What conditions does Dr. Charles treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Charles 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. Charles. 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.
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Charles perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bernard Charles may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Charles' office.
Does Dr. Charles accept my insurance?
Dr. Charles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 630-5119 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Charles accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Charles in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Family Health Network
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Charles' office located?
Dr. Bernard Charles' Primary Practice
301 Springfield Ave Uppr
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 630-5119
What is Dr. Charles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Charles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437309234.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Charles
What is Dr. Bernard Charles's specialty?
Dr. Charles is a Physiatrist near Joliet, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Charles to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bernard Charles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Charles is affiliated with Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Bernard Charles accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Charles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernard Charles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Charles's office at (815) 630-5119 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernard Charles?
Please contact Dr. Charles's office at (815) 630-5119 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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