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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pitera, Physiatrist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Robert Pitera, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Pitera completed his residency at Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mercy Hosp Of Buffalo, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pitera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitera’s office at (505) 301-5135.
Where did Dr. Pitera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mercy Hosp Of Buffalo, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny
Is Dr. Pitera board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Pitera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Pitera speak?
Dr. Pitera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Pitera typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Pitera 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. Pitera. 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:
- 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
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Pitera typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Pitera may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Pitera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pitera accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 301-5135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitera accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Pitera in Albuquerque, NM 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)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pitera's office located?
Dr. Robert Pitera's Primary Practice
7000 Jefferson St NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 301-5135
What is Dr. Pitera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649394610.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitera
What is Dr. Robert Pitera's specialty?
Dr. Pitera is a Physiatrist near Albuquerque, NM.
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. Robert Pitera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pitera is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Robert Pitera accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Robert Pitera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Pitera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitera's office at (505) 301-5135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Pitera?
Please contact Dr. Pitera's office at (505) 301-5135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Pitera have?
Dr. Robert Pitera is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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