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Dr. Vivek Raj, DO

Physiatrist

Bowie, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Raj, Physiatrist in Bowie, MD?

    Dr. Vivek Raj, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bowie, MD. Dr. Raj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raj’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raj’s office at (440) 256-1496.

    What languages does Dr. Raj speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Raj 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. Raj. 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 and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    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

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivek Raj may include:

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

    Does Dr. Raj accept my insurance?

    Dr. Raj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 256-1496 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Raj accept in Bowie, MD?

    Dr. Raj in Bowie, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • H & R Block

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Raj's office located?

    Dr. Vivek Raj's Primary Practice

    17351 Melford Blvd

    Bowie, MD 20715

    (440) 256-1496

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

    Dr. Raj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447631684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raj?

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

    What is Dr. Vivek Raj's specialty?

    Dr. Raj is a Physiatrist near Bowie, MD.

    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. Vivek Raj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Raj is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Vivek Raj accepting new patients in Bowie, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Vivek Raj is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vivek Raj offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (440) 256-1496 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vivek Raj?

    Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (440) 256-1496 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Raj's office located?

    Dr. Raj's office is located in Bowie, MD.