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Dr. James Pastrnak, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pastrnak, Physiatrist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. James Pastrnak, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pastrnak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pastrnak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pastrnak’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pastrnak?

    Dr. James Pastrnak, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pastrnak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Rehabilitation, Pain - Cancer, Pain-Chronic, Pain-Neuropathic, Trauma Rehabilitation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis, IN community, Dr. Pastrnak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Pastrnak speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Pastrnak 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. Pastrnak. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Stroke
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Pastrnak 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. Pastrnak. 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 here.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Pastrnak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pastrnak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pastrnak accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Pastrnak in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pastrnak's office located?

    Iu Health

    1701 N Senate Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. James Pastrnak's Practice 2

    8050 Township Line Rd

    Indianapolis, IN 46260

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    Dr. James Pastrnak's Practice 3

    355 W 16th St Rm 4133

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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

    Dr. Pastrnak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639528235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pastrnak?

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

    What is Dr. James Pastrnak's specialty?

    Dr. Pastrnak is a Physiatrist near Indianapolis, IN.

    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. James Pastrnak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pastrnak is affiliated with Iu Health North 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

    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 James Pastrnak accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. James Pastrnak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Pastrnak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pastrnak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Pastrnak?

    Please contact Dr. Pastrnak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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