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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Rao, Physiatrist in Mariposa, CA?
Dr. Aruna Rao, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Mariposa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Rao graduated from U.P. Rural Institute of Medical Sciences & Research. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (209) 576-8715.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Bharati Vidyapeeth's Med Coll, Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | U.P. Rural Institute of Medical Sciences & Research
Is Dr. Rao board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Aruna Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Marathi
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Shoulder Stiffness
- Stiff Shoulder Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7501: Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Aruna Rao may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Rao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 576-8715 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Mariposa, CA?
Dr. Rao in Mariposa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Aruna Rao's Primary Practice
5320 State Highway 49 N Ste 1
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 576-8715
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245378439.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Aruna Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Physiatrist near Mariposa, CA.
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. Aruna Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John C. Fremont Healthcare District, California Emergency Physicians. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Aruna Rao accepting new patients in Mariposa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Aruna Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aruna Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (209) 576-8715 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aruna Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (209) 576-8715 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aruna Rao have?
Dr. Aruna Rao is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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