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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Joseph, Physiatrist in Temple, TX?
Dr. Thomas Joseph, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Joseph completed his residency at Nat'L Capital Consortium, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Joseph is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joseph’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joseph’s office at (254) 724-2111.
Where did Dr. Joseph go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nat'L Capital Consortium, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt
Is Dr. Joseph board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Joseph, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Joseph speak?
Dr. Joseph and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Joseph typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Joseph 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. Joseph. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lower Back Discs
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lost left leg below knee
- Limb Loss
- Left below knee amputation
- Missing left lower leg
- Left lower leg loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Joseph typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Joseph may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Joseph accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 724-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joseph accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Joseph in Temple, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Joseph's office located?
What is Dr. Joseph's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457311516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joseph?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joseph
What is Dr. Thomas Joseph's specialty?
Dr. Joseph is a Physiatrist near Temple, 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 this Dr. Thomas Joseph affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Joseph is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital 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 Thomas Joseph accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Joseph is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Joseph offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (254) 724-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Joseph?
Please contact Dr. Joseph's office at (254) 724-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Joseph have?
Dr. Thomas Joseph is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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