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Dr. Vincent Somaio, MD

Physiatrist

Bluffton, SC

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Somaio, Physiatrist in Bluffton, SC?

    Dr. Vincent Somaio, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bluffton, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Somaio graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Albany Medical Center Program. Dr. Somaio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somaio’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somaio’s office at (843) 836-8200.

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

    • Residency: Albany Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Somaio board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Somaio speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Somaio 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. Somaio. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6389: Other cerebral infarction
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Somaio may include:

    Please contact Dr. Somaio's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Somaio accept my insurance?

    Dr. Somaio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 836-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Somaio accept in Bluffton, SC?

    Dr. Somaio in Bluffton, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carle Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

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    Where is Dr. Somaio's office located?

    Dr. Vincent Somaio's Primary Practice

    107 Seagrass Station Rd

    Bluffton, SC 29910

    (843) 836-8200

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    Dr. Vincent Somaio's Practice 2

    876 Fording Island Rd Ste 2

    Bluffton, SC 29910

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

    Dr. Somaio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790778645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somaio?

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

    What is Dr. Vincent Somaio's specialty?

    Dr. Somaio is a Physiatrist near Bluffton, SC.

    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 Dr. Vincent Somaio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Somaio is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Coastal Carolina Hospital 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

    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 Dr. Vincent Somaio accepting new patients in Bluffton, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Vincent Somaio is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vincent Somaio offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Somaio's office at (843) 836-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vincent Somaio?

    Please contact Dr. Somaio's office at (843) 836-8200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Somaio's office located?

    Dr. Somaio's office is located in Bluffton, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vincent Somaio have?

    Dr. Vincent Somaio is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.