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Who is Dr. Letchuman, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Rama Letchuman, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Letchuman graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Letchuman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Letchuman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Letchuman’s office at (318) 629-5502.
Where did Dr. Letchuman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Letchuman speak?
Dr. Letchuman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Letchuman treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Letchuman 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. Letchuman. 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Fusion of Neck Spine
- Fusion of Lower Back Spine
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Neck Vertebrae
- Cervical Spine Fusion
- Neck Ankylosis
- Fused Lower Back Vertebrae
- Lumbar Spine Fusion
- Lower Back Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical region
- M4326: Fusion of spine, lumbar 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 Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Bilateral Hip Arthritis
- Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
- Both Hips Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
Also known as:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
- M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Which procedures does Dr. Letchuman perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rama Letchuman may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Letchuman's office.
Does Dr. Letchuman accept my insurance?
Dr. Letchuman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 629-5502 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Letchuman accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Letchuman in Shreveport, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Letchuman's office located?
Dr. Rama Letchuman's Primary Practice
1534 Elizabeth Ave Ste 201
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 629-5502
What is Dr. Letchuman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Letchuman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891787511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Letchuman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Letchuman
What is Dr. Rama Letchuman's specialty?
Dr. Letchuman is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Shreveport, LA. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Letchuman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rama Letchuman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Letchuman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Specialists Hospital Shreveport. 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
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Is Rama Letchuman accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rama Letchuman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rama Letchuman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Letchuman's office at (318) 629-5502 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rama Letchuman?
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