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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asthagiri, Physiatrist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Heather Asthagiri, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Asthagiri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asthagiri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asthagiri’s office at (434) 243-5600.
What languages does Dr. Asthagiri speak?
Dr. Asthagiri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Asthagiri treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Asthagiri 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. Asthagiri. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Incomplete Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Partial lower body paralysis
- Incomplete paralysis of legs
- Partial paraplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Which procedures does Dr. Asthagiri perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Asthagiri may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Asthagiri's office.
Does Dr. Asthagiri accept my insurance?
Dr. Asthagiri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asthagiri accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Asthagiri in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asthagiri's office located?
Dr. Heather Asthagiri's Primary Practice
545 Ray C Hunt Dr Ste 240
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 243-5600
What is Dr. Asthagiri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asthagiri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801018353.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asthagiri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asthagiri
What is Dr. Heather Asthagiri's specialty?
Dr. Asthagiri is a Physiatrist near Charlottesville, VA. 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. Asthagiri to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Asthagiri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asthagiri is affiliated with Uva 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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Is Heather Asthagiri accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Asthagiri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Asthagiri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asthagiri's office at (434) 243-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Asthagiri?
Please contact Dr. Asthagiri's office at (434) 243-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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