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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palmadessa, Physiatrist in Clark, NJ?
Dr. Michael Palmadessa is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Clark, NJ. Dr. Palmadessa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmadessa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmadessa’s office at (732) 340-1012.
What languages does Dr. Palmadessa speak?
Dr. Palmadessa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Palmadessa typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Palmadessa 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. Palmadessa. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Palmadessa typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Palmadessa may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Palmadessa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palmadessa accept my insurance?
Dr. Palmadessa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 340-1012 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palmadessa accept in Clark, NJ?
Dr. Palmadessa in Clark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Palmadessa's office located?
Dr. Michael Palmadessa's Primary Practice
60 Walnut Ave Ste 180
Clark, NJ 07066
(732) 340-1012
What is Dr. Palmadessa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palmadessa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215495890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palmadessa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palmadessa
What is Dr. Michael Palmadessa's specialty?
Dr. Palmadessa is a Physiatrist near Clark, NJ.
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. Michael Palmadessa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palmadessa is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center 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 Michael Palmadessa accepting new patients in Clark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Michael Palmadessa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Palmadessa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palmadessa's office at (732) 340-1012 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Palmadessa?
Please contact Dr. Palmadessa's office at (732) 340-1012 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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