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Dr. Rachel Teranishi, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Teranishi, Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Rachel Teranishi, MD is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Teranishi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teranishi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teranishi’s office at (205) 297-9411.

    What languages does Dr. Teranishi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Teranishi treat?

    As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Dr. Teranishi 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. Teranishi. 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:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Unknown Loss of Consciousness
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Head Injury with Unclear Fainting
    • Brain Trauma with Undetermined LOC
    • Unspecified Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S069XAA: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Left Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Gastroparesis
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Delayed Gastric Emptying
    • Stomach Paralysis
    • Gastric Motility Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3184: Gastroparesis

    Does Dr. Teranishi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Teranishi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Teranishi accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Teranishi in Birmingham, AL 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Teranishi's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Teranishi's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 297-9411

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    Dr. Rachel Teranishi's Practice 2

    1717 6th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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    Dr. Rachel Teranishi's Practice 3

    450 Broadway St Fl C4

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (650) 721-7669

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

    Dr. Teranishi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437684404.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teranishi?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Teranishi's specialty?

    Dr. Teranishi is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists near Birmingham, AL. A physiatrist specializing in Brain Injury Medicine focuses on preventing brain injuries and providing evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injuries. This specialist addresses various injury-related disorders that impact psychosocial, educational, and vocational functioning, as well as injuries to the central nervous system. Contact Dr. Teranishi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Teranishi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Teranishi is affiliated with Uab 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

    Where can I learn more about Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists?

    Explore Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists with 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 Rachel Teranishi accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Teranishi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Teranishi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Teranishi's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Teranishi?

    Please contact Dr. Teranishi's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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