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Dr. William Platt, MD

Dr. William Platt, MD

Bristol, TN

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Platt, Physiatrist in Bristol, TN?

    Dr. William Platt, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bristol, TN. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Platt graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Univ Hosps & Clinics, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Platt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platt’s office at (423) 282-3379.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosps & Clinics, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Platt board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Platt speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Platt 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. Platt. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Platt 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. Platt. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Does Dr. Platt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Platt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 282-3379 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Platt accept in Bristol, TN?

    Dr. Platt in Bristol, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Platt's office located?

    Dr. William Platt's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Park Blvd Ste 400E

    Bristol, TN 37620

    (423) 282-3379

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

    Dr. Platt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912999129.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platt?

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

    What is Dr. William Platt's specialty?

    Dr. Platt is a Physiatrist near Bristol, TN.

    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. William Platt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Platt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Russell County Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is William Platt accepting new patients in Bristol, TN?

    Yes, Dr. William Platt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Platt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Platt's office at (423) 282-3379 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Platt?

    Please contact Dr. Platt's office at (423) 282-3379 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Platt have?

    Dr. William Platt is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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