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Dr. Christa Rector, MD

Physiatrist

Kentwood, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rector, Physiatrist in Kentwood, MI?

    Dr. Christa Rector, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Kentwood, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rector is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rector’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rector’s office at (616) 774-8345.

    What languages does Dr. Rector speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Rector 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. Rector. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Rector 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. Rector. 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:

    • Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
    • Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
    • Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
    • Botox for Trunk Muscles

    CPT Codes:

    • 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 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

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Rector accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rector accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 774-8345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rector accept in Kentwood, MI?

    Dr. Rector in Kentwood, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rector's office located?

    200 Shmg Internal Medicine

    4444 Kalamazoo Ave SE Ste 200

    Kentwood, MI 49508

    (616) 774-8345

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    Dr. Christa Rector's Practice 2

    1840 Wealthy St SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49506

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    Dr. Christa Rector's Practice 3

    605 Oak St

    Big Rapids, MI 49307

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

    Dr. Rector's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730443466.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rector?

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

    What is Dr. Christa Rector's specialty?

    Dr. Rector is a Physiatrist near Kentwood, MI.

    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. Christa Rector affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rector is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital 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. Christa Rector accepting new patients in Kentwood, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Christa Rector is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christa Rector offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rector's office at (616) 774-8345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christa Rector?

    Please contact Dr. Rector's office at (616) 774-8345 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rector's office located?

    Dr. Rector's offices are located in Kentwood, MI, Grand Rapids, MI, and Big Rapids, MI.