Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meador, Rheumatologist in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Robert Meador, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Ithaca, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Meador completed his residency at Vet Admin Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Meador is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meador’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meador’s office at (607) 257-2920.
Where did Dr. Meador go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Admin Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Texas Health Science Center-San Anto
Is Dr. Meador board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Meador, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meador speak?
Dr. Meador and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Meador typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Meador 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. Meador. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
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:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Meador typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Meador 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. Meador. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Meador accept my insurance?
Dr. Meador accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 257-2920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meador accept in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Meador in Ithaca, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Meador's office located?
Dr. Robert Meador's Primary Practice
1301 Trumansburg Rd Ste R
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 257-2920
What is Dr. Meador's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meador's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891725396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meador?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meador
What is Dr. Robert Meador's specialty?
Dr. Meador is a Rheumatologist near Ithaca, NY.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Robert Meador affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meador is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center, Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, Upstate University Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Sault which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Robert Meador accepting new patients in Ithaca, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Meador is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Meador offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meador's office at (607) 257-2920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Meador?
Please contact Dr. Meador's office at (607) 257-2920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Meador have?
Dr. Robert Meador is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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