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Dr. Woo Tak, MD

Staten Island, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tak, Physiatrist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Woo Tak, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Tak graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tak is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tak’s office at (718) 226-6362.

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

    • Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tak board certified in Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Tak speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Tak treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tak 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. Tak. 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 Effects of Brain Bleed
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Stroke Complications
    • Brain Hemorrhage After-Effects
    • Chronic Symptoms after Brain Bleed
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6900: Unspecified sequelae of nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
    • I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    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:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues
    • Ataxia
    • Clumsy Walking
    • Impaired Balance While Walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • R260: Ataxic gait

    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:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain
    • Brain fluid buildup
    • Enlarged ventricles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified

    Does Dr. Tak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 226-6362 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tak accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Tak in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Amida Care

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Tak's office located?

    Dr. Woo Tak's Primary Practice

    242 Mason Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

    (718) 226-6362

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    Dr. Woo Tak's Practice 2

    1 Edgewater St Fl 6

    Staten Island, NY 10305

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    Dr. Woo Tak's Practice 3

    475 Seaview Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

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

    Dr. Tak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093798530.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tak?

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

    What is Dr. Woo Tak's specialty?

    Dr. Tak is a Physiatrist near Staten Island, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Tak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Woo Tak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tak is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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

    Where can I learn more about Physiatrist?

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    Is Woo Tak accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Woo Tak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Woo Tak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tak's office at (718) 226-6362 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Woo Tak?

    Please contact Dr. Tak's office at (718) 226-6362 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Woo Tak have?

    Dr. Woo Tak is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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