MS
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Stern, Physiatrist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Michelle Stern, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Stern completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine. Dr. Stern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stern’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stern’s office at (718) 918-5000.
Where did Dr. Stern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny
Is Dr. Stern board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Stern, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Stern speak?
Dr. Stern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Stern typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Stern 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. Stern. 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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Stern typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Stern may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Stern's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stern accept my insurance?
Dr. Stern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 918-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stern accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Stern in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Stern's office located?
What is Dr. Stern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487799060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stern
What is Dr. Michelle Stern's specialty?
Dr. Stern is a Physiatrist near Bronx, 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. Michelle Stern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Stern is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Michelle Stern accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Stern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Stern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (718) 918-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Stern?
Please contact Dr. Stern's office at (718) 918-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Stern have?
Dr. Michelle Stern is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Other Physiatrist Near Bronx, NY
KS
Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Kevin Sperber, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Bronx, NY
SL
Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Steven Lager, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified.
Bronx, NY
DA
Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Dudley Angell, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified.
Bronx, NY