Dr. Nethra Ankam, MD

Philadelphia, PA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ankam, Physiatrist in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Nethra Ankam, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Ankam graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program. Dr. Ankam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ankam’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ankam’s office at (215) 955-1200.

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ankam?

Dr. Nethra Ankam, 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. Ankam empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amputee Rehabilitation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Ankam is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Where did Dr. Ankam go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

What languages does Dr. Ankam speak?

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

English

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

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ankam 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. Ankam. 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:

Difficulty Walking
Walking Problems
Trouble Walking
Impaired Gait

ICD-10 Codes:

R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

Also known as:

Lost left leg below knee
Loss of Lower Right Leg
Limb Loss
Left below knee amputation
Missing left lower leg
Left lower leg loss
Right Leg Amputation
Missing Right Lower Leg
Right Below-Knee Amputation

ICD-10 Codes:

Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee
Z89511: Acquired absence of right leg below knee

Also known as:

Other General Symptoms
Non-specific health complaints
Various symptoms
Unexplained health issues

ICD-10 Codes:

R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

Also known as:

Low Back Pain
Back Pain
Lumbago
Lower Back Ache
Backache

ICD-10 Codes:

M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

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

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ankam 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. Ankam. 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:

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. Ankam accept my insurance?

Dr. Ankam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ankam accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Ankam in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Ankam's office located?

Dr. Nethra Ankam's Primary Practice

25 S 9th St

Philadelphia, PA 19107

(215) 955-1200

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What hospitals are Dr. Ankam affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Ankam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 9 Procedures

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

Dr. Ankam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265552970.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ankam?

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

What is Dr. Nethra Ankam's specialty?

Dr. Ankam is a Physiatrist near Philadelphia, PA.

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 Dr. Nethra Ankam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ankam is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University 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

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