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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colon, Physiatrist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Taylor Colon, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Colon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colon’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colon’s office at (985) 875-2828.
What languages does Dr. Colon speak?
Dr. Colon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Colon treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Colon 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. Colon. 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.
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
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 Dr. Colon perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Colon 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. Colon. 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.
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
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
Does Dr. Colon accept my insurance?
Dr. Colon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 875-2828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colon accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Colon in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
County of Kern (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
SSM Health Care
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Colon's office located?
What is Dr. Colon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255817086.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colon
What is Dr. Taylor Colon's specialty?
Dr. Colon is a Physiatrist near Covington, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Colon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Taylor Colon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colon is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, North Oaks Medical Center, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Taylor Colon accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Taylor Colon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Taylor Colon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colon's office at (985) 875-2828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Taylor Colon?
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