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Dr. Michael Wainberg, MD

Physiatrist

Rochester, MN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wainberg, Physiatrist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Michael Wainberg, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. He is board certified. Dr. Wainberg graduated from Universite de Montreal Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wainberg is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wainberg’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wainberg’s office at (507) 284-2511.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: University De Montreal- Fac De Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | Universite de Montreal Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wainberg board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Wainberg speak?

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

    • English
    • French

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wainberg 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. Wainberg. 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:

    • Spastic Hemiplegia
    • Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
    • Paralysis
    • Stiff paralysis on one side
    • Spastic one-sided paralysis
    • Hemiparesis with spasticity
    • Right-sided spastic paralysis
    • Right-sided stiff paralysis
    • Spastic weakness on right dominant side

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
    • G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wainberg 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. Wainberg. 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:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemodenervation of Extremity Muscles
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Additional Limb)
    • Nerve-Blocking Injection for Spasticity

    CPT Codes:

    • 64645: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 5 or more muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Muscle Relaxing Injection
    • Chemodenervation of Trunk Muscles
    • Muscle Spasm Injection (Trunk)
    • Botox for Trunk Muscles

    CPT Codes:

    • 64646: Chemodenervation of trunk muscle(s); 1-5 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Does Dr. Wainberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wainberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wainberg accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Wainberg in Rochester, MN 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 Minnesota

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wainberg's office located?

    Dr. Michael Wainberg's Primary Practice

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

    (507) 284-2511

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wainberg affiliated with?

    Dr. Wainberg has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Floyd County Medical Center,Charles City, IA
    Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus,Rochester, MN

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

    Dr. Wainberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487637732.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wainberg?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Wainberg's specialty?

    Dr. Wainberg is a Physiatrist near Rochester, MN.

    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. Michael Wainberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Wainberg is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Floyd County Medical Center, Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus. 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

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    Is Dr. Michael Wainberg accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Wainberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Wainberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wainberg's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Wainberg?

    Please contact Dr. Wainberg's office at (507) 284-2511 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wainberg's office located?

    Dr. Wainberg's office is located in Rochester, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Wainberg have?

    Dr. Michael Wainberg is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.