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Dr. Pamela Salazar, MD

Augusta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salazar, Physiatrist in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Pamela Salazar, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Salazar completed her residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Salazar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salazar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salazar’s office at (706) 724-1244.

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

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    • Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky

    Is Dr. Salazar board certified in Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Salazar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Salazar treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar. 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:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Aphasia
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Speech Loss
    • Language Disorder
    • Difficulty Speaking after Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable

    Does Dr. Salazar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 724-1244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salazar accept in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Salazar in Augusta, GA 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?

    Dr. Pamela Salazar's Primary Practice

    1355 Independence Dr

    Augusta, GA 30901

    (706) 724-1244

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    Dr. Pamela Salazar's Practice 2

    630 13th St Ste 10

    Augusta, GA 30901

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

    Dr. Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447257811.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salazar?

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

    What is Dr. Pamela Salazar's specialty?

    Dr. Salazar is a Physiatrist near Augusta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Salazar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pamela Salazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salazar is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az 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 Pamela Salazar accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Pamela Salazar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pamela Salazar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (706) 724-1244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pamela Salazar?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (706) 724-1244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pamela Salazar have?

    Dr. Pamela Salazar is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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