Dr. Monika Ayyar, DO

Physiatrist, Family Medicine Specialist, Pediatric Physiatrist

Houston, TX

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Ayyar, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?

Dr. Monika Ayyar, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Ayyar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayyar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayyar’s office at (281) 207-2660.

What languages does Dr. Ayyar speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ayyar 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. Ayyar. 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:

Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
Paralysis
Right-sided spastic paralysis
Right-sided stiff paralysis
Spastic weakness on right dominant side

ICD-10 Codes:

G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side

Also known as:

Walking and Mobility Problems
Walking Problems
Gait Abnormalities
Trouble Moving
Mobility Issues

ICD-10 Codes:

R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

Also known as:

Nerve Pain
Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Neuralgia
Neuritis
Nerve inflammation

ICD-10 Codes:

M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified

Also known as:

Spinal Stenosis
Narrowing of the Spinal Canal
Spinal Canal Stenosis
Nerve Compression in Spine

ICD-10 Codes:

M4800: Spinal stenosis, site unspecified

Also known as:

Muscle Spasms
Neuromuscular Disorder
Muscle cramps
Involuntary muscle contractions
Muscle twitching

ICD-10 Codes:

M62838: Other muscle spasm

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

As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Monika Ayyar may include:

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

Does Dr. Ayyar accept my insurance?

Dr. Ayyar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 207-2660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Ayyar accept in Houston, TX?

Dr. Ayyar in Houston, TX 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)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Ayyar's office located?

Dr. Monika Ayyar's Primary Practice

6560 Fannin St Ste 1008

Houston, TX 77030

(281) 207-2660

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What hospitals are Dr. Ayyar affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Ayyar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center,Houston, TX

Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

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

Dr. Ayyar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760451181.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayyar?

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

What is Dr. Monika Ayyar's specialty?

Dr. Ayyar is a Physiatrist near Houston, TX.

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. Monika Ayyar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Ayyar is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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