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Who is Dr. Smerkar, Physiatrist in Orchard Park, NY?
Dr. Erika Smerkar is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Orchard Park, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Smerkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smerkar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smerkar’s office at (631) 467-3700.
What languages does Dr. Smerkar speak?
Dr. Smerkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Smerkar treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Smerkar 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. Smerkar. 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:
- Dementia
- Dementia Due to Other Condition
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Secondary dementia
- Dementia from other medical causes
- Cognitive decline from underlying disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F0280: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Reduced Mobility
- Walking Problems
- Limited movement
- Difficulty walking
- Impaired mobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7409: Other reduced mobility
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Smerkar perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erika Smerkar 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. Smerkar's office.
Does Dr. Smerkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Smerkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 467-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smerkar accept in Orchard Park, NY?
Dr. Smerkar in Orchard Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Smerkar's office located?
Dr. Erika Smerkar's Primary Practice
101 Sterling Dr
Orchard Park, NY 14127
(631) 467-3700
What is Dr. Smerkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smerkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669112108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smerkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smerkar
What is Dr. Erika Smerkar's specialty?
Dr. Smerkar is a Physiatrist near Orchard Park, NY. 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. Smerkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erika Smerkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smerkar 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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Is Erika Smerkar accepting new patients in Orchard Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Erika Smerkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erika Smerkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smerkar's office at (631) 467-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erika Smerkar?
Please contact Dr. Smerkar's office at (631) 467-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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