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Dr. Matthew Berke, MD

Dr. Matthew Berke, MD

Physiatrist

Birmingham, AL

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berke, Physiatrist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Matthew Berke, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Berke graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Berke is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berke’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berke’s office at (205) 332-3155.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Berke board certified as a Physiatrist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Berke speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Berke 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. Berke. 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:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

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

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Berke 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. Berke. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Nerve Block Injection
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Nerve Root Block
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Berke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 332-3155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berke accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Berke in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Berke's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Berke's Primary Practice

    1020 26th St S Ste 100

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    (205) 332-3155

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    Dr. Matthew Berke's Practice 2

    592 Fieldstown Rd Ste 114

    Gardendale, AL 35071

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    What hospitals are Dr. Berke affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Berke has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Cullman Regional Medical Center,Cullman, AL
    Shelby Baptist Medical Center,Alabaster, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents East,Birmingham, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents St. Clair,Pell City, AL

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

    Dr. Berke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841268885.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berke?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Berke's specialty?

    Dr. Berke is a Physiatrist near Birmingham, AL.

    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. Matthew Berke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berke is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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. Matthew Berke accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Berke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Berke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berke's office at (205) 332-3155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Berke?

    Please contact Dr. Berke's office at (205) 332-3155 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Berke's office located?

    Dr. Berke's offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Gardendale, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Berke have?

    Dr. Matthew Berke is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.