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Who is Dr. Kersten, Physiatrist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Tara Kersten, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kersten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kersten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kersten’s office.
What languages does Dr. Kersten speak?
Dr. Kersten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kersten treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kersten 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. Kersten. 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:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Which procedures does Dr. Kersten perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tara Kersten 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. Kersten's office.
Does Dr. Kersten accept my insurance?
Dr. Kersten 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. Kersten accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Kersten in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Health Plan (CA)
Community Care Plan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Payment System (HPS)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kersten's office located?
What is Dr. Kersten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kersten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548569890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kersten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kersten
What is Dr. Tara Kersten's specialty?
Dr. Kersten is a Physiatrist near Milwaukee, WI. 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. Kersten to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tara Kersten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kersten is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center. 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 Tara Kersten accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Tara Kersten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Kersten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kersten's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Kersten?
Please contact Dr. Kersten's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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