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Dr. Theresa Gillis, MD

New York, NY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gillis, Physiatrist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Theresa Gillis, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Gillis completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Akron City Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gillis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gillis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gillis’s office.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Akron City Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Gillis board certified in Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Gillis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gillis treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Gillis 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. Gillis. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Drug Reactions
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Medication-Induced Neuropathy
    • Toxic Neuropathy
    • Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Stiff Right Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Shoulder Rigidity
    • Limited Right Shoulder Movement
    • Frozen Right Shoulder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25611: Stiffness of right shoulder, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Movement Disorder
    • Movement Disorder
    • Extrapyramidal Disorders
    • Unusual Movement Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G2589: Other specified extrapyramidal and movement disorders

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Stiffness
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Stiff Shoulder
    • Limited Shoulder Movement
    • Shoulder Rigidity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25619: Stiffness of unspecified shoulder, not elsewhere classified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Lumbosacral Plexus Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lower Back Nerve Damage
    • Pelvic Nerve Problems
    • Leg Nerve Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G541: Lumbosacral plexus disorders

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Does Dr. Gillis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gillis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gillis accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Gillis in New York, 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

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • State of Maine

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gillis' office located?

    160 East 53rd St

    2nd floor

    New York, NY 10022

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

    Dr. Gillis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396725057.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gillis?

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

    What is Dr. Theresa Gillis's specialty?

    Dr. Gillis is a Physiatrist near New York, 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. Gillis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Theresa Gillis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gillis is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Chilton Medical Center - Pompton Plains, Nj, Holy Name Medical Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Garnet Health Medical Center 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

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    Is Theresa Gillis accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Theresa Gillis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theresa Gillis offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Theresa Gillis?

    Please contact Dr. Gillis's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Theresa Gillis have?

    Dr. Theresa Gillis is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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