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Dr. Theresa Gillis, MD

Physiatrist

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. 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 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 as a 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 a Physiatrist like Dr. Gillis typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Theresa Gillis may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gillis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gillis 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. 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Trustmark Mutual Holding Company

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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?A 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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Gillis is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall - Newburgh, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Atlantic Health Chilton 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

    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. 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' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Theresa Gillis?

    Please contact Dr. Gillis' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gillis' office located?

    Dr. Gillis' office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Theresa Gillis have?

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