EverydayHealthLogo
HA

Dr. Heather Asthagiri, MD

Physiatrist

Charlottesville, VA

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. Dr. Asthagiri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asthagiri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Physiatrist like Dr. Asthagiri typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    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

    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
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Asthagiri may include:

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

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    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

    Get Directions

    Dr. Heather Asthagiri's Practice 2

    109 Crofton Pl

    Palmyra, VA 22963

    Get Directions

    What hospitals are Dr. Asthagiri affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Asthagiri has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital,Charlottesville, VA

    What is Dr. Asthagiri's NPI number?A 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.

    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. 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

    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. 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 Dr. Heather Asthagiri?

    Please contact Dr. Asthagiri's office at (434) 243-5600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Asthagiri's office located?

    Dr. Asthagiri's offices are located in Charlottesville, VA and Palmyra, VA.