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Who is Dr. Porwal, Physiatrist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Nivin Porwal is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Porwal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porwal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porwal’s office at (510) 437-4800.
What languages does Dr. Porwal speak?
Dr. Porwal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Porwal treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Porwal 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. Porwal. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Partial Rotator Cuff Tear
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right incomplete rotator cuff rupture
- Right partial shoulder tendon tear
- Right rotator cuff strain
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75111: Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Tendon Disorder
- Left Shoulder Tendon Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Tendonitis
- Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Right Shoulder Tendon Injury
- Left Shoulder Tendonitis
- Left Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Left Shoulder Tendon Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67813: Other specified disorders of tendon, right shoulder
- M67814: Other specified disorders of tendon, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right shoulder problem
- Right shoulder arthropathy
- Right shoulder joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25811: Other specified joint disorders, right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Porwal perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nivin Porwal 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. Porwal's office.
Does Dr. Porwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Porwal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porwal accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Porwal in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other TPA
State of California
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Porwal's office located?
What is Dr. Porwal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609222546.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porwal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porwal
What is Dr. Nivin Porwal's specialty?
Dr. Porwal is a Physiatrist near Oakland, CA. 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. Porwal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nivin Porwal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Porwal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus. 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 Nivin Porwal accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nivin Porwal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nivin Porwal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porwal's office at (510) 437-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nivin Porwal?
Please contact Dr. Porwal's office at (510) 437-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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