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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovan, Physiatrist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Richard Kovan, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kovan completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Kovan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovan’s office at (281) 724-3050.
Where did Dr. Kovan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kovan board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kovan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Kovan speak?
Dr. Kovan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kovan typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kovan 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. Kovan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72009A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of unspecified femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Critical Illness Myopathy
- Muscle Disorder
- ICU-acquired weakness
- Critical care myopathy
- Muscle weakness after severe illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7281: Critical illness myopathy
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kovan typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kovan 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. Kovan. 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 here.
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
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Kovan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 724-3050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kovan accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kovan in Phoenix, AZ 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 Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kovan's office located?
Dr. Richard Kovan's Primary Practice
14001 N 7th St Ste F111 Bldg 5
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(281) 724-3050
What is Dr. Kovan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891751509.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovan
What is Dr. Richard Kovan's specialty?
Dr. Kovan is a Physiatrist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Richard Kovan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovan is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Verde Valley 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 Richard Kovan accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kovan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kovan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovan's office at (281) 724-3050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kovan?
Please contact Dr. Kovan's office at (281) 724-3050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kovan have?
Dr. Richard Kovan is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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