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Dr. Ronald Pak, MD

Dr. Ronald Pak, MD

Physiatrist

Springfield, MO

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pak, Physiatrist in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Ronald Pak, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Pak graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Pak is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pak’s office at (417) 227-9000.

    Where did Dr. Pak go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | New Jersey College of Dentistry

    Is Dr. Pak board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Pak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Pak speak?

    Dr. Pak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Pak typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Pak 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. Pak. 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
    • Hemorrhagic 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
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Pak typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Pak 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. Pak. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Pak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 227-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pak accept in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Pak in Springfield, MO 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

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pak's office located?

    Mc Physical Medicine And Rehab

    1235 E Cherokee St

    Springfield, MO 65804

    (417) 227-9000

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    Dr. Ronald Pak's Practice 2

    2115 S Fremont Ave Ste 3050

    Springfield, MO 65804

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    Dr. Ronald Pak's Practice 3

    448 State Highway 248 Ste 160

    Branson, MO 65616

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    What hospitals are Dr. Pak affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Pak has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercy Hospital Carthage,Carthage, MO

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

    Dr. Pak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225171911.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pak?

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

    What is Dr. Ronald Pak's specialty?

    Dr. Pak is a Physiatrist near Springfield, MO.

    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. Ronald Pak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pak is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield 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 Dr. Ronald Pak accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Pak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronald Pak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (417) 227-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald Pak?

    Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (417) 227-9000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pak's office located?

    Dr. Pak's offices are located in Springfield, MO and Branson, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Pak have?

    Dr. Ronald Pak is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.