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Dr. Linda Smith, MD

Beaumont, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Physiatrist in Beaumont, TX?

    Dr. Linda Smith, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Beaumont, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Smith graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (409) 835-0505.

    Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University

    Is Dr. Smith board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    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:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 835-0505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Beaumont, TX?

    Dr. Smith in Beaumont, TX 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

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Linda Smith's Primary Practice

    85 Ih 10 N Ste 202

    Beaumont, TX 77707

    (409) 835-0505

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    Dr. Linda Smith's Practice 2

    85 Ih 10 N

    Beaumont, TX 77707

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952304628.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Linda Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Physiatrist near Beaumont, TX.

    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. Linda Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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

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    Is Linda Smith accepting new patients in Beaumont, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Linda Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Linda Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (409) 835-0505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Linda Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (409) 835-0505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Smith have?

    Dr. Linda Smith is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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