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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Platon, Physiatrist in Rockwall, TX?
Dr. Joseph Platon, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Rockwall, TX. Dr. Platon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platon’s office at (817) 442-9300.
What languages does Dr. Platon speak?
Dr. Platon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Platon typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Platon 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. Platon. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Platon typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Platon may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Platon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Platon accept my insurance?
Dr. Platon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 442-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Platon accept in Rockwall, TX?
Dr. Platon in Rockwall, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Platon's office located?
Dr. Joseph Platon's Primary Practice
3142 Horizon Rd Ste 100
Rockwall, TX 75032
(817) 442-9300
What is Dr. Platon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Platon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578856571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Platon
What is Dr. Joseph Platon's specialty?
Dr. Platon is a Physiatrist near Rockwall, TX.
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. Joseph Platon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Platon is affiliated with Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Joseph Platon accepting new patients in Rockwall, TX?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Platon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Platon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Platon's office at (817) 442-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Platon?
Please contact Dr. Platon's office at (817) 442-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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