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Dr. Paul Nutter, MD

Physiatrist

Anchorage, AK

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nutter, Physiatrist in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Paul Nutter, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Nutter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nutter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nutter’s office.

    Is Dr. Nutter board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Nutter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Nutter speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Nutter 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. Nutter. 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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Infusion Pump Management
    • Pump Adjustment
    • Infusion Device Care
    • Drug Delivery Pump Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z451: Encounter for adjustment and management of infusion pump

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Nutter 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. Nutter. 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:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Reprogramming and Refill
    • Intrathecal pump refill
    • Epidural pump management
    • Pain pump adjustment
    • Implanted drug pump service

    CPT Codes:

    • 62369: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill

    Does Dr. Nutter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nutter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nutter accept in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Nutter in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nutter's office located?

    Dr. Paul Nutter's Primary Practice

    4800 Cordova St

    Anchorage, AK 99503

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nutter affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nutter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Nutter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629020847.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nutter?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Nutter's specialty?

    Dr. Nutter is a Physiatrist near Anchorage, AK.

    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. Paul Nutter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nutter is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Paul Nutter accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Nutter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Nutter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nutter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Nutter?

    Please contact Dr. Nutter's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nutter's office located?

    Dr. Nutter's office is located in Anchorage, AK.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Nutter have?

    Dr. Paul Nutter is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.