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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sonagere, Physiatrist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Matthew Sonagere, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY. Dr. Sonagere is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sonagere’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sonagere’s office at (518) 382-4500.
What languages does Dr. Sonagere speak?
Dr. Sonagere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sonagere typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sonagere 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. Sonagere. 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 here.
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
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sonagere typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sonagere 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. Sonagere. 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 here.
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:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Sonagere accept my insurance?
Dr. Sonagere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 382-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sonagere accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Sonagere in Schenectady, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sonagere's office located?
Dr. Matthew Sonagere's Primary Practice
1270 Belmont Ave
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 382-4500
What is Dr. Sonagere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sonagere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295174548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sonagere?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sonagere
What is Dr. Matthew Sonagere's specialty?
Dr. Sonagere is a Physiatrist near Schenectady, 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 this Dr. Matthew Sonagere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sonagere is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Medical Center, A.o. Fox Hospital, Upstate University Hospital, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny 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 Matthew Sonagere accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Sonagere is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Sonagere offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sonagere's office at (518) 382-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Sonagere?
Please contact Dr. Sonagere's office at (518) 382-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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