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Dr. Kadir Carruthers, MD

Physiatrist

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carruthers, Physiatrist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Kadir Carruthers, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Carruthers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carruthers’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carruthers’s office at (813) 228-7696.

    What languages does Dr. Carruthers speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Carruthers 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. Carruthers. 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 Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Kadir Carruthers may include:

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

    Does Dr. Carruthers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carruthers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 228-7696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carruthers accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Carruthers in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • One Call Care Management

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Carruthers' office located?

    Dr. Kadir Carruthers also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Kadir Carruthers' Primary Practice

    2914 N Boulevard

    Tampa, FL 33602

    (813) 228-7696

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    Dr. Kadir Carruthers' Practice 2

    625 E Twiggs St Ste 103

    Tampa, FL 33602

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    What hospitals are Dr. Carruthers affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Carruthers has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus,Tampa, FL
    Baycare Health System - St. Anthonys Hospital,St Petersburg, FL

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kadir Carruthers?

    Dr. Carruthers has appointments available at his Tampa, FL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Carruthers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093135220.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carruthers?

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

    What is Dr. Kadir Carruthers's specialty?

    Dr. Carruthers is a Physiatrist near Tampa, FL.

    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. Kadir Carruthers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carruthers is affiliated with Adventhealth Tampa, St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Hca Florida Brandon 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

    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. Kadir Carruthers accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Kadir Carruthers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kadir Carruthers offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Carruthers, or call (813) 228-7696 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kadir Carruthers?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Carruthers, or call (813) 228-7696 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Carruthers' office located?

    Dr. Carruthers' office is located in Tampa, FL.