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Dr. Vasantha Murthy, MD

Physiatrist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

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

    Dr. Vasantha Murthy, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Murthy completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Murthy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murthy’s office at (212) 986-0140.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    • Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India

    Is Dr. Murthy board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Murthy speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Vasantha Murthy may include:

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

    Does Dr. Murthy accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Vasantha Murthy's Primary Practice

    820 2nd Ave Rm 7A

    New York, NY 10017

    (212) 986-0140

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

    Dr. Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144294786.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murthy?

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

    What is Dr. Vasantha Murthy's specialty?

    Dr. Murthy 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. Vasantha Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Murthy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Vasantha Murthy accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Vasantha Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vasantha Murthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (212) 986-0140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vasantha Murthy?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (212) 986-0140 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Murthy's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vasantha Murthy have?

    Dr. Vasantha Murthy is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.