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Who is Dr. Thuku, Physiatrist in Ames, IA?
Dr. Godfrey Thuku, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thuku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thuku’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thuku’s office at (515) 239-4414.
What languages does Dr. Thuku speak?
Dr. Thuku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Thuku typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Thuku 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. Thuku. 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
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Spine Tendon/Ligament Pain
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Enthesopathy
- Enthesitis of the Spine
- Spine Connective Tissue Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4602: Spinal enthesopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Thuku typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Thuku performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thuku. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Thuku accept my insurance?
Dr. Thuku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-4414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thuku accept in Ames, IA?
Dr. Thuku in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Thuku's office located?
What is Dr. Thuku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thuku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336400860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thuku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thuku
What is Dr. Godfrey Thuku's specialty?
Dr. Thuku is a Physiatrist near Ames, IA.
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. Godfrey Thuku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thuku is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Story County Medical Center, Van Diest 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 Godfrey Thuku accepting new patients in Ames, IA?
Yes, Dr. Godfrey Thuku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Godfrey Thuku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thuku's office at (515) 239-4414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Godfrey Thuku?
Please contact Dr. Thuku's office at (515) 239-4414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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