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Who is Dr. Appavu, Physiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Alethea Appavu, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Appavu completed her residency at Rush University Medical Center - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Appavu is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appavu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appavu’s office at (312) 942-5000.
Where did Dr. Appavu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush University Medical Center - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University (Education)
What languages does Dr. Appavu speak?
Dr. Appavu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Appavu typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alethea Appavu may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Appavu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Appavu accept my insurance?
Dr. Appavu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Appavu accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Appavu in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Appavu's office located?
Dr. Alethea Appavu's Primary Practice
1725 W Harrison St Ste 118
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-5000
What is Dr. Appavu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Appavu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073005286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appavu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Appavu
What is Dr. Alethea Appavu's specialty?
Dr. Appavu is a Physiatrist near Chicago, IL.
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. Alethea Appavu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Appavu is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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
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Is Alethea Appavu accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Alethea Appavu is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alethea Appavu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Appavu's office at (312) 942-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alethea Appavu?
Please contact Dr. Appavu's office at (312) 942-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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