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Who is Dr. Elwert, Physiatrist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Nicholas Elwert, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Elwert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elwert’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elwert’s office at (859) 257-4888.
What languages does Dr. Elwert speak?
Dr. Elwert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elwert treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Elwert 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. Elwert. 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.
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
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
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Paralysis
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Elwert perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Elwert may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elwert's office.
Does Dr. Elwert accept my insurance?
Dr. Elwert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 257-4888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elwert accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Elwert in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
United Mine Workers of America
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elwert's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Elwert's Primary Practice
2050 Versailles Rd
Lexington, KY 40504
(859) 257-4888
What is Dr. Elwert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elwert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780115568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elwert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elwert
What is Dr. Nicholas Elwert's specialty?
Dr. Elwert is a Physiatrist near Lexington, KY. 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. Contact Dr. Elwert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Elwert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Elwert is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uk Albert B. Chandler Hospital - Pavilion H, Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, Harrison Memorial Hospital, Pikeville Medical Center, Harlan Arh Hospital, Taylor Regional 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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Is Nicholas Elwert accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Elwert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Elwert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elwert's office at (859) 257-4888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Elwert?
Please contact Dr. Elwert's office at (859) 257-4888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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