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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chan, Physiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Lawrence Andrew Chan, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Chan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office at (718) 270-2045.
What languages does Dr. Chan speak?
Dr. Chan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Chan typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Chan 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. Chan. 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
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:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Chan typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence Andrew Chan may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Chan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-2045 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chan accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Chan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chan's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Andrew Chan's Primary Practice
450 Clarkson Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 270-2045
What is Dr. Chan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487003448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chan
What is Dr. Lawrence Andrew Chan's specialty?
Dr. Chan is a Physiatrist near Brooklyn, 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. Lawrence Andrew Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Lawrence Andrew Chan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Andrew Chan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Andrew Chan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (718) 270-2045 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Andrew Chan?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (718) 270-2045 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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