Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mixon, Physiatrist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Alyssa Mixon, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mixon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mixon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mixon’s office at (215) 615-7262.
What languages does Dr. Mixon speak?
Dr. Mixon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Mixon typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Mixon 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. Mixon. 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:
- Arm Swelling After Mastectomy
- Lymphedema
- Mastectomy
- Post-Mastectomy Lymphedema
- Swelling After Breast Cancer Surgery
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I972: Postmastectomy lymphedema syndrome
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Mixon typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Mixon 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. Mixon. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Mixon accept my insurance?
Dr. Mixon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 615-7262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mixon accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Mixon in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mixon's office located?
Dr. Alyssa Mixon's Primary Practice
515 Ray C Hunt Dr
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(215) 615-7262
What is Dr. Mixon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mixon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144671116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mixon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mixon
What is Dr. Alyssa Mixon's specialty?
Dr. Mixon is a Physiatrist near Charlottesville, VA.
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. Alyssa Mixon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mixon is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center 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 Alyssa Mixon accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Alyssa Mixon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alyssa Mixon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mixon's office at (215) 615-7262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alyssa Mixon?
Please contact Dr. Mixon's office at (215) 615-7262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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