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Who is Dr. Straus, Physiatrist in Lacey, WA?
Dr. Derek Straus is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Lacey, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Straus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Straus’s office.
What languages does Dr. Straus speak?
Dr. Straus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Straus typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Straus 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. Straus. 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:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Spondylolysis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Back Pars Defect
- Lumbar Spondylolysis
- Lower Back Stress Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4306: Spondylolysis, lumbar region
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Straus typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Straus may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Straus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Straus accept my insurance?
Dr. Straus 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. Straus accept in Lacey, WA?
Dr. Straus in Lacey, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Straus' office located?
What is Dr. Straus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Straus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407462518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Straus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Straus
What is Dr. Derek Straus's specialty?
Dr. Straus is a Physiatrist near Lacey, WA.
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. Derek Straus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Straus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Derek Straus accepting new patients in Lacey, WA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Straus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Straus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Straus's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Straus?
Please contact Dr. Straus's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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