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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Klejka, Physiatrist in Akron, OH?
Dr. James Klejka, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Klejka graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Klejka is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klejka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klejka’s office at (330) 668-4040.
Where did Dr. Klejka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Ohio State University Hospital Program
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Klejka board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. James Klejka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Klejka speak?
Dr. Klejka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Klejka typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Klejka 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. Klejka. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
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:
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Hereditary sensory neuropathy type IA
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G608: Other hereditary and idiopathic neuropathies
Also known as:
- Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Right Ulnar Neuropathy
- Right Elbow Nerve Pain
- Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Klejka typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. James Klejka may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Klejka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Klejka accept my insurance?
Dr. Klejka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 668-4040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Klejka accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Klejka in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Klejka's office located?
What is Dr. Klejka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Klejka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306839709.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klejka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Klejka
What is Dr. James Klejka's specialty?
Dr. Klejka is a Physiatrist near Akron, OH.
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. James Klejka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Klejka is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital 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 James Klejka accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. James Klejka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Klejka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Klejka's office at (330) 668-4040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Klejka?
Please contact Dr. Klejka's office at (330) 668-4040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Klejka have?
Dr. James Klejka is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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