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Who is Dr. Hamilton, Physiatrist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Joy Hamilton, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hamilton graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed her residency at Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hamilton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamilton’s office at (973) 878-9020.
Where did Dr. Hamilton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
What languages does Dr. Hamilton speak?
Dr. Hamilton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Hamilton typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Hamilton 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. Hamilton. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Hamilton typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Joy Hamilton may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hamilton accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamilton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 878-9020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamilton accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hamilton in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Jefferson Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?
Dr. Joy Hamilton's Primary Practice
5000 Frankford Ave Ste D
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(973) 878-9020
What is Dr. Hamilton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamilton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164445938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamilton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamilton
What is Dr. Joy Hamilton's specialty?
Dr. Hamilton is a Physiatrist near Philadelphia, 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 this Dr. Joy Hamilton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hamilton 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
When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joy Hamilton accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joy Hamilton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joy Hamilton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (973) 878-9020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joy Hamilton?
Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (973) 878-9020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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