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Who is Dr. Aluru, Physiatrist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Viswanath Aluru, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aluru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aluru’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aluru’s office.
What languages does Dr. Aluru speak?
Dr. Aluru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Aluru typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Aluru 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. Aluru. 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 here.
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Cognitive Problems
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Thinking Problems
- Mental Impairment
- Post-stroke Cognitive Issues
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69319: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions following cerebral infarction
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69318: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions following cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and 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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Aluru typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Aluru 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. Aluru. 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 here.
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
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Aluru accept my insurance?
Dr. Aluru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aluru accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Aluru in Slidell, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aluru's office located?
What is Dr. Aluru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aluru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063860641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aluru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aluru
What is Dr. Viswanath Aluru's specialty?
Dr. Aluru is a Physiatrist near Slidell, LA.
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. Viswanath Aluru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aluru is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Terrebonne General Health System 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 Viswanath Aluru accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Viswanath Aluru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Viswanath Aluru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aluru's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Viswanath Aluru?
Please contact Dr. Aluru's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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