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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy, Physiatrist in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy’s office at (304) 241-5062.
What languages does Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy speak?
Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy 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. Gibbs-Mcelvy. 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:
- Muscle Disorder
- Myopathy
- Muscle Disease
- Muscle Weakness Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7289: Other specified myopathies
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
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:
- Toxic brain damage
- Toxic encephalopathy
- Brain damage from toxins
- Drug-induced brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G928: Other toxic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy accept my insurance?
Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 241-5062 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy accept in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy's office located?
Dr. Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy's Primary Practice
1160 Van Voorhis Rd
Morgantown, WV 26505
(304) 241-5062
What is Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851399026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy
What is Dr. Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy's specialty?
Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy is a Physiatrist near Morgantown, WV.
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. Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?
Yes, Dr. Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy's office at (304) 241-5062 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shelana Gibbs-Mcelvy?
Please contact Dr. Gibbs-Mcelvy's office at (304) 241-5062 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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