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Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez, MD

Physiatrist

Glen Cove, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Velez-Rodriguez, Physiatrist in Glen Cove, NY?

    Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Glen Cove, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velez-Rodriguez graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine. Dr. Velez-Rodriguez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez-Rodriguez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez-Rodriguez’s office at (516) 593-3030.

    Where did Dr. Velez-Rodriguez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Velez-Rodriguez speak?

    Dr. Velez-Rodriguez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Velez-Rodriguez typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Velez-Rodriguez 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. Velez-Rodriguez. 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
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Myositis
    • Muscle Inflammation
    • Inflammatory Myopathy
    • Muscle Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6080: Other myositis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Velez-Rodriguez typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Velez-Rodriguez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velez-Rodriguez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 593-3030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Velez-Rodriguez accept in Glen Cove, NY?

    Dr. Velez-Rodriguez in Glen Cove, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Velez-Rodriguez's office located?

    Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez's Primary Practice

    101 Saint Andrews Ln Ste 1

    Glen Cove, NY 11542

    (516) 593-3030

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    Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez's Practice 2

    54 W Merrick Rd

    Valley Stream, NY 11580

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    Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez's Practice 3

    300 Community Dr

    Manhasset, NY 11030

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

    Dr. Velez-Rodriguez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811128911.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez-Rodriguez?

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

    What is Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez's specialty?

    Dr. Velez-Rodriguez is a Physiatrist near Glen Cove, 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 Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velez-Rodriguez is affiliated with South Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University 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

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    Is Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez accepting new patients in Glen Cove, NY?

    Yes, Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Velez-Rodriguez's office at (516) 593-3030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Velez-Rodriguez?

    Please contact Dr. Velez-Rodriguez's office at (516) 593-3030 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Velez-Rodriguez's office located?

    Dr. Velez-Rodriguez's offices are located in Glen Cove, NY, Valley Stream, NY, and Manhasset, NY.