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Dr. Laura Nahm, MD

Physiatrist

Richmond, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nahm, Physiatrist in Richmond, CA?

    Dr. Laura Nahm, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nahm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nahm’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nahm’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Nahm speak?

    Dr. Nahm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nahm typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Nahm 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. Nahm. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Lost left leg below knee
    • Limb Loss
    • Left below knee amputation
    • Missing left lower leg
    • Left lower leg loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Nahm may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nahm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nahm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nahm accept in Richmond, CA?

    Dr. Nahm in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Nahm's office located?

    Dr. Laura Nahm's Primary Practice

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    Dr. Laura Nahm's Practice 2

    3553 Whipple Rd Bldg B Fl 2

    Union City, CA 94587

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    Dr. Laura Nahm's Practice 3

    39400 Paseo Padre Pkwy

    Fremont, CA 94538

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nahm affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nahm has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Fremont Medical Center,Fremont, CA

    What is Dr. Nahm's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nahm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275824757.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nahm?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nahm

    What is Dr. Laura Nahm's specialty?

    Dr. Nahm is a Physiatrist near Richmond, CA.

    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. Laura Nahm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nahm is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center 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. Laura Nahm accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Nahm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Nahm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nahm's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Nahm?

    Please contact Dr. Nahm's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nahm's office located?

    Dr. Nahm's offices are located in Richmond, CA, Union City, CA, and Fremont, CA.