17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Harrell, Physiatrist in Houston, TX?
Dr. John Harrell, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Harrell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrell’s office at (713) 799-2300.
Where did Dr. Harrell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Harrell board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. John Harrell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Harrell speak?
Dr. Harrell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Harrell typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Harrell 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. Harrell. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Harrell typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Harrell 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. Harrell. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Does Dr. Harrell accept my insurance?
Dr. Harrell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 799-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harrell accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Harrell in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Harrell's office located?
What is Dr. Harrell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184682148.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harrell
What is Dr. John Harrell's specialty?
Dr. Harrell 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 this Dr. John Harrell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harrell is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Houston Physicians' Hospital, St. Luke's Health - Brazosport Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City 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 John Harrell accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Harrell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Harrell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harrell's office at (713) 799-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Harrell?
Please contact Dr. Harrell's office at (713) 799-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Harrell have?
Dr. John Harrell is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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