BS
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Short, Physiatrist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Bradley Short, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Short graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Short is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Short’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Short’s office at (479) 646-3345.
Where did Dr. Short go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Hosp Of Arkansas, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Short board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Bradley Short, DO is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Short speak?
Dr. Short and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Short typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Short 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. Short. 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:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle disease
- Muscle weakness
- Myopathy
- Muscle Disease
- Muscle Weakness Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G729: Myopathy, unspecified
- G7289: Other specified myopathies
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Short typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Bradley Short may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Short's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Short accept my insurance?
Dr. Short accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 646-3345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Short accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Short in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Short's office located?
Dr. Bradley Short's Primary Practice
3905 Brooken Hill Dr
Fort Smith, AR 72908
(479) 646-3345
What is Dr. Short's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568404598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Short?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Short
What is Dr. Bradley Short's specialty?
Dr. Short is a Physiatrist near Fort Smith, AR.
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. Bradley Short affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Short is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 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
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Is Bradley Short accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Bradley Short is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bradley Short offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Short's office at (479) 646-3345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bradley Short?
Please contact Dr. Short's office at (479) 646-3345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bradley Short have?
Dr. Bradley Short is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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