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Dr. Mark Caramore, MD

Physiatrist

Norfolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caramore, Physiatrist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Mark Caramore, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Caramore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caramore’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caramore’s office at (607) 771-2220.

    What languages does Dr. Caramore speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Caramore 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. Caramore. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Caramore 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. Caramore. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Caramore accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caramore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 771-2220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caramore accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Caramore in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Caramore's office located?

    Dr. Mark Caramore's Primary Practice

    721 Fairfax Ave Ste 3

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (607) 771-2220

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    Dr. Mark Caramore's Practice 2

    1133 First Colonial Rd

    Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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

    Dr. Caramore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316380215.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caramore?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Caramore's specialty?

    Dr. Caramore is a Physiatrist near Norfolk, VA.

    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. Mark Caramore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caramore is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Mark Caramore accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Caramore is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Caramore offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caramore's office at (607) 771-2220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Caramore?

    Please contact Dr. Caramore's office at (607) 771-2220 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Caramore's office located?

    Dr. Caramore's offices are located in Norfolk, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.