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Dr. Benedict Woo

Dr. Benedict Woo

Physiatrist

Pittsburgh, PA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Woo, Physiatrist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Benedict Woo is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Woo graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Woo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Woo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Woo’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | University Health Center Of Pittsburgh

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Woo board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Woo speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Woo 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. Woo. 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:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Benedict Woo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Woo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Woo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Woo accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Woo in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Woo's office located?

    Dr. Benedict Woo's Primary Practice

    9104 Babcock Blvd Ste 2120

    Pittsburgh, PA 15237

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    Dr. Benedict Woo's Practice 2

    6998 Crider Rd Ste 110

    Mars, PA 16046

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    Dr. Benedict Woo's Practice 3

    127 Oneida Valley Rd Ste 302

    Butler, PA 16001

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

    Dr. Woo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376521948.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Woo?

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

    What is Dr. Benedict Woo's specialty?

    Dr. Woo is a Physiatrist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    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. Benedict Woo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Woo is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless 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. Benedict Woo accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Benedict Woo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Woo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benedict Woo?

    Please contact Dr. Woo's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Woo's office located?

    Dr. Woo's offices are located in Pittsburgh, PA, Mars, PA, and Butler, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benedict Woo have?

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