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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wang, Physiatrist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Gary Wang, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Wang graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Buffalo Med School. Dr. Wang is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wang’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wang’s office at (716) 832-1000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wang?
Dr. Gary Wang, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wang empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Electromyography (EMG), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Buffalo/NY community, Dr. Wang is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Buffalo Med School
Medical School: West China University of Medical Sciences | Stony Brook University School of Medicine | Albany Medical College of Union University | China Medical University
What languages does Dr. Wang speak?
Dr. Wang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Wang treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid-Induced Mood Disorder
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid-related mood changes
- Opioids and depression
- Opioid-caused mood swings
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1124: Opioid dependence with opioid-induced mood disorder
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Overweight
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- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
What procedures does Dr. Wang perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wang 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. Wang. 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:
- Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)
- OMT Therapy
- Osteopathic Adjustment
- Manual Therapy (Osteopathic)
- Body Region Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 98926: Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT); 3-4 body regions involved
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
Does Dr. Wang accept my insurance?
Dr. Wang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 832-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wang accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Wang in Buffalo, 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
Centene
Express Scripts
Humana
Independent Health
Medicare
Molina
Texas Children's Hospital
Total Health Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wang's office located?
What is Dr. Wang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053382051.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wang
What is Dr. Gary Wang's specialty?
Dr. Wang is a Physiatrist near Buffalo, 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. Wang to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Wang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wang is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Erie County Medical Center. 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
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Is Gary Wang accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gary Wang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Wang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (716) 832-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Wang?
Please contact Dr. Wang's office at (716) 832-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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