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Who is Dr. Ramirez, Physiatrist in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Claudia Ramirez, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (301) 298-1040.
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Left Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
- M79605: Pain in left leg
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Claudia Ramirez may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 298-1040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Ramirez in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
Dr. Claudia Ramirez's Primary Practice
655 Watkins Mill Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 298-1040
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508155219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Claudia Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez is a Physiatrist near Gaithersburg, MD.
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. Claudia Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ramirez 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 Claudia Ramirez accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Claudia Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claudia Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (301) 298-1040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claudia Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (301) 298-1040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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