Dr. Yahira Acevedo-Santiago, MD

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Acevedo-Santiago, Physiatrist in Allentown, PA?

Dr. Yahira Acevedo-Santiago, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA. Dr. Acevedo-Santiago is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acevedo-Santiago’s office at (610) 776-3278.

What languages does Dr. Acevedo-Santiago speak?

Dr. Acevedo-Santiago and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Acevedo-Santiago typically treat?

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Acevedo-Santiago 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. Acevedo-Santiago. 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:

Osteoarthritis of both knees
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
Right Knee Arthritis
Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

Also known as:

Pain in Left Knee
Pain in Right Knee
Knee Injuries and Disorder
Pain
Left Knee Ache
Left Knee Discomfort
Sore Left Knee
Right Knee Ache
Right Knee Discomfort
Sore Right Knee

ICD-10 Codes:

M25562: Pain in left knee
M25561: Pain in right knee

Also known as:

Left Shoulder Pain
Right Shoulder Pain
Pain
Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
Sore Left Shoulder
Left Shoulder Ache
Left Shoulder Discomfort
Sore Right Shoulder
Right Shoulder Ache
Right Shoulder Discomfort

ICD-10 Codes:

M25512: Pain in left shoulder
M25511: Pain in right shoulder

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. Acevedo-Santiago typically perform?

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Acevedo-Santiago 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. Acevedo-Santiago. 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:

Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
Arthrocentesis
Major Joint Aspiration
Bursa Injection
Joint Fluid Removal

CPT Codes:

20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

Does Dr. Acevedo-Santiago accept my insurance?

Dr. Acevedo-Santiago accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 776-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Acevedo-Santiago accept in Allentown, PA?

Dr. Acevedo-Santiago in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

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Where is Dr. Acevedo-Santiago's office located?

Dr. Yahira Acevedo-Santiago's Primary Practice

850 S 5th St

Allentown, PA 18103

(610) 776-3278

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

Dr. Acevedo-Santiago's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720420706.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acevedo-Santiago?

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

What is Dr. Yahira Acevedo-Santiago's specialty?

Dr. Acevedo-Santiago is a Physiatrist near Allentown, PA.

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. Yahira Acevedo-Santiago affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Acevedo-Santiago 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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