36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bernal, Physiatrist in Newtown, PA?
Dr. Guillermo Bernal, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Newtown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Bernal completed his residency at New York Medical College. Dr. Bernal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernal’s office.
Where did Dr. Bernal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College
Medical School: Saint Josephs University | Universidad Central Del Caribe
Is Dr. Bernal board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Guillermo Bernal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 1994
What languages does Dr. Bernal speak?
Dr. Bernal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bernal typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bernal 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. Bernal. 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bernal typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bernal 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. Bernal. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
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
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Bernal accept my insurance?
Dr. Bernal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bernal accept in Newtown, PA?
Dr. Bernal in Newtown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bernal's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 17 reviews
Office Experience
99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
83% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Guillermo Bernal an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Bernal has been rated and reviewed by 17 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Bernal, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Bernal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bernal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912904137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bernal
What is Dr. Guillermo Bernal's specialty?
Dr. Bernal is a Physiatrist near Newtown, PA.
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. Guillermo Bernal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bernal is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, Pa, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Guillermo Bernal accepting new patients in Newtown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Guillermo Bernal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guillermo Bernal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bernal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guillermo Bernal?
Please contact Dr. Bernal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Guillermo Bernal have?
Dr. Guillermo Bernal is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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