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Dr. Radhika Sharma, MD

Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, Physiatrist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Radhika Sharma, MD is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (205) 297-9411.

    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Reduced Mobility
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    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:

    • Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Central Cord Syndrome of the Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Cord Injuries
    • Cervical Central Cord Syndrome
    • Neck Spinal Cord Damage (Central)
    • Central Spinal Cord Injury in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S14129A: Central cord syndrome at unspecified level of cervical spinal cord, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Radhika Sharma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Sharma in Birmingham, AL 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 Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Radhika Sharma's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 297-9411

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    Dr. Radhika Sharma's Practice 2

    1717 6th Ave S Ste 144

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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

    Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790270627.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?

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

    What is Dr. Radhika Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist do?

    A physician who focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of traumatic spinal cord injuries and non-traumatic causes of spinal cord dysfunction through an interdisciplinary approach. This specialist provides care to patients of all ages throughout their lives, addressing associated medical, physical, psychological, and vocational disabilities and complications.

    Is Dr. Radhika Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Ochsner Rush Medical Center 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 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Radhika Sharma accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Radhika Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Radhika Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Radhika Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (205) 297-9411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Sharma's office is located in Birmingham, AL.