Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedic Institute
Surgical Physician Assistant in Alexandria, Virginia
NPI 1548576242
Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedic Institute is a Surgical Physician Assistant based in Clinton, VA and is specialized in Surgical. Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedic Institute practices in Alexandria, VA. The NPI Number for Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedic Institute is 1548576242 and holds a License No. (Virginia).
The current practice location address for Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedic Institute is 6355 Walker Ln, Alexandria, VA and can be reached out via phone at 301-856-1682 and via fax at 301-856-8214.
Location: 6355 Walker Ln, Alexandria, VA, 20735-4220
Provider Profile Details
NPI Number
1548576242
Provider Name
Greater Metropolitan Orthopaedic Institute
Credential
Provider Entity Type
Organization
Address
6355 Walker Ln, Alexandria, VA, 20735-4220
Phone Number
301-856-1682
Fax Number
301-856-8214
Provider Enumeration Date
08/19/2010
Last Update Date
03/12/2024
Provider's Legacy Identifiers
| Identifier | Type | State | Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0254450004 | 01 | MEDICARE NSC | |
| 145530100 | 01 | DEPARTMENT OF LABOR | |
| 2491418 | 01 | AETNA GROUP PROVIDER # VIRGINIA LOCATION | |
| S176 | 01 | CAREFIRST MARYLAND | |
| 176608 | 01 | METRO MEDICARE | |
| 462L | 01 | MARYLAND MEDICARE | |
| 4695 | 01 | CAREFIRST BCBS NCA |
Provider Business Practice Location Address Details
Address
6355 Walker Ln
City
State
Zip
22310-3245
Phone Number
301-856-1682
Fax Number
301-856-8214
Provider Business Mailing Address Details
Address
6355 Walker Ln
City
State
Zip
22310-3245
Phone Number
301-856-1682
Fax Number
301-856-8214
Provider's Taxonomy Details 1
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Internal Medicine
Speciality
Rheumatology
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 2
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
An orthopedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 3
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Hand Surgery
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
An orthopedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 4
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Orthopedic Surgery of the Spine
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopedic surgery, orthopedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 5
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 6
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Sports Medicine
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
An orthopedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 7
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Speciality
Pain Medicine
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 8
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Pain Medicine
Speciality
Pain Medicine
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
Pain Medicine is a primary medical specialty based on a distinct body of knowledge and a well-defined scope of clinical practice that is founded on science, research and education. It is concerned with the study of pain, the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of persons in pain. A comprehensive evaluation incorporates the physical, psychological, cognitive and socio-cultural contributions to pain. The treatment protocol may include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies provided in a concurrent focused and patient specific manner. The pain medicine physician often serves the patient as a frontline physician regarding their pain, but also may serve as a consultant to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. The Pain Medicine physician may work in variety of settings including office, clinic, hospital, university, or governmental/public agencies.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 9
Type
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Physical Therapist
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
Physical therapists (PTs) are licensed health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. In addition, PTs work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. PTs: 1.Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities. 2.Restore, maintain, and promote not only optimal physical function but optimal wellness and fitness and optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health. 3.Prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries. 4.Treat conditions of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or integumentary systems. 5.Address the negative effects attributable to unique personal and environmental factors as they relate to human performance. 6.PTs provide care for people in a variety of settings, including hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, schools, sports and fitness facilities, work settings, and nursing homes. State licensure is required in each state in which a PT practices.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 10
Type
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Physical Therapy Assistant
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
(1)Physical therapist assistants are skilled health care providers who are graduates of a physical therapist assistant associate degree program accredited by an agency recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education or Council on Postsecondary Accreditation, who assists the physical therapist in providing physical therapy. The supervising physical therapist is directly responsible for the actions of the physical therapist assistant. The PTA performs physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the supervising physical therapist. Duties of the PTA include assisting the physical therapist in implementing treatment programs, training patients in exercised and activities of daily living, conducting treatments, and reporting to the physical therapist on the patient's responses. In addition to direct patient care, the PTA may also perform such functions as patient transport, and clinic or equipment preparation and maintenance. Currently more than half of all states require PTAs to be licensed, registered or certified. (2) An individual who works under the supervision of a physical therapist to assist him or her in providing physical therapy services. A physical therapy assistant may, for instance, help patients follow an appropriate exercise program that will increase their strength, endurance, coordination, and range of motion and train patients to perform activities of daily life.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 11
Type
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Occupational Therapist
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
An occupational therapist is a person who has graduated from an entry-level occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) or predecessor organizations, or approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), or an equivalent international occupational therapy education program; has successfully completed a period of supervised fieldwork experience required by the occupational therapy program; has passed a nationally recognized entry-level examination for occupational therapists, and fulfills state requirements for licensure, certification, or registration. An occupational therapist provides interventions based on evaluation and which emphasize the therapeutic use of everyday life activities (i.e., occupations) with individuals or groups for the purpose of facilitating participation in roles and situations and in home, school, workplace, community and other settings. Occupational therapy services are provided for the purpose of promoting health and wellness and are provided to those who have or are at risk for developing an illness, injury, disease, disorder, condition, impairment, disability, activity limitation, or participation restriction. Occupational therapists address the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, sensory, and other aspects of occupational performance in a variety of contexts to support engagement in everyday life activities that affect health, well-being, and quality of life.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 12
Type
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Classification
Physician Assistant
Speciality
Surgical
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
Definition to come...
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