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Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden, MD

Physiatrist

Eau Claire, WI

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Loftsgaarden, Physiatrist in Eau Claire, WI?

    Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Eau Claire, WI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Loftsgaarden completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Loftsgaarden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Loftsgaarden’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Loftsgaarden’s office at (715) 838-5222.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine | Mayo Grad School Med Mayo Clin

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi

    Is Dr. Loftsgaarden board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Loftsgaarden speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Loftsgaarden 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. Loftsgaarden. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Loftsgaarden 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. Loftsgaarden. 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:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
    • Finger Joint Injection
    • Toe Joint Injection
    • Bursa Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Loftsgaarden accept my insurance?

    Dr. Loftsgaarden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 838-5222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Loftsgaarden accept in Eau Claire, WI?

    Dr. Loftsgaarden in Eau Claire, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allstate Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Loftsgaarden's office located?

    Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden's Primary Practice

    1400 Bellinger St

    Eau Claire, WI 54703

    (715) 838-5222

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    Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden's Practice 2

    700 West Ave S

    La Crosse, WI 54601

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

    Dr. Loftsgaarden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295708717.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loftsgaarden?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden's specialty?

    Dr. Loftsgaarden is a Physiatrist near Eau Claire, WI.

    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. Jay Loftsgaarden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Loftsgaarden is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire, Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire, Mayo Clinic Health System In La Crosse, Gundersen Lutheran 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 Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden accepting new patients in Eau Claire, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Loftsgaarden's office at (715) 838-5222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden?

    Please contact Dr. Loftsgaarden's office at (715) 838-5222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Loftsgaarden's office located?

    Dr. Loftsgaarden's offices are located in Eau Claire, WI and La Crosse, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden have?

    Dr. Jay Loftsgaarden is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.