37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wright, Physiatrist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Carla Wright, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Wright graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Northwestern University. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, Hmong; Mong, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (414) 372-8080.
Where did Dr. Wright go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern University
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Wright board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Carla Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Wright speak?
Dr. Wright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hmong; Mong
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Wright typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Aching shoulder
- Sore shoulder
- Shoulder discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25519: Pain in unspecified shoulder
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Wright typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Carla Wright may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Wright's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?
Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 372-8080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Wright in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Wisconsin
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Where is Dr. Wright's office located?
Milwaukee Health Services Inc
2555 N Dr Martin Luther King Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 372-8080
What is Dr. Wright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861539421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wright
What is Dr. Carla Wright's specialty?
Dr. Wright is a Physiatrist near Milwaukee, WI.
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. Carla Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital 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 Carla Wright accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Carla Wright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carla Wright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (414) 372-8080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carla Wright?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (414) 372-8080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carla Wright have?
Dr. Carla Wright is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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