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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perhala, Rheumatologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Robert Perhala, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Perhala graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Perhala is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perhala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perhala’s office at (440) 934-2200.
Where did Dr. Perhala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Perhala board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Perhala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perhala speak?
Dr. Perhala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Perhala treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Perhala 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. Perhala. 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:
- 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
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Which procedures does Dr. Perhala perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Perhala may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Perhala's office.
Does Dr. Perhala accept my insurance?
Dr. Perhala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 934-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perhala accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Perhala in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Perhala's office located?
What is Dr. Perhala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perhala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700881224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perhala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perhala
What is Dr. Robert Perhala's specialty?
Dr. Perhala is a Rheumatologist near Cleveland, OH. 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. Contact Dr. Perhala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Perhala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perhala is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Hospital, Medina Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Robert Perhala accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Robert Perhala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Perhala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perhala's office at (440) 934-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Perhala?
Please contact Dr. Perhala's office at (440) 934-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Perhala have?
Dr. Robert Perhala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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