Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (ONMM) is a nationally recognized, board-certified specialty of osteopathic medicine that is board-certified through the AOA and the AOBNMM. Physicians in ONMM receive advanced training in the diagnosis, treatment and management of conditions affecting the neuromusculoskeletal system, with a strong emphasis on the inter-relationship of structure, function and overall health.
 

ONMM physicians are trained in residency programs accredited for ONMM/NMM-OMM (Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine / Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine). Using detailed hands-on evaluation and osteopathic manipulation (OMM/OMT), ONMM physicians identify areas of restricted motion, mechanical strain and structural inefficiency which may impede health and contribute to disease. Treatment aims reduce mechanical strain and facilitate optimal physiological regulation to support the body’s innate capacity to heal, adapt and function well.
 

In plain-language: ONMM is the specialty that focuses not only on treating musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction, but on how restrictions in movement and structure can impede the body’s ability to regulate, recover, and perform. It bridges the hands-on structural/interventional skills of OMM with broad clinical management of neuromusculoskeletal disorders in all ages and in multiple settings (inpatient, outpatient, pediatric, surgical consults).

 

What conditions do you treat?
While osteopathic manipulation (OMM) can provide health benefits beyond the neuromusculoskeletal system, the most commonly treated conditions include:

• Neck, back, and rib pain

• Headaches and chronic migraine

• Sciatica and radicular pain

• Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction

• Joint pain and osteoarthritis

• Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction or instability

• Peripheral nerve entrapment (such as carpal tunnel)

• Tendinitis, tendinopathy, and muscle strain

• Post-surgical pain, stiffness, or scar-related restriction

• Gait dysfunction or mobility issues

• Spasticity and cervical dystonia

• Pregnancy-related and postpartum pain

• Infant feeding, neck, or movement difficulties

• Pediatric and adolescent sports or overuse injuries

 

Do I need a referral?

Most patients do not need a referral to schedule.

However, some insurance plans require a referral for specialist visits. If this applies to your plan, we will help confirm it when verifying your benefits.

 

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. Our practice accepts a wide range of insurance plans (see list below). Coverage is usually straightforward, and most patients are able to schedule without any problems. Because insurance networks occasionally update their contracts, our accepted plans may change over time.
 

Commercial Insurance Plans

• Aetna

• AmeriHealth Caritas

• Anthem BCBS PPO

• CareSource Marketplace Exchange

• Cigna

• Galaxy Health Network

• HealthSmart

• HealthSmart Accel Plus

• Lutheran Preferred

• Medical Mutual Commercial Plans

• Medical Mutual Exchange Plans

• Ohio Health Choice

• Ohio Health Group (Health Reach)

• Paramount HMO / PPO

• Paramount Elite

• Perennial Advantage

• Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana (PHP)

• Tricare East – Humana Military

• UHC Commercial & Exchange Plans
   

Medicare & Medicare Advantage Plans

• Anthem Medicare Advantage Plans

• Buckeye Medicare Advantage

• Devoted Health Medicare Advantage

• Humana Medicare Advantage PPO

• Medical Mutual Medicare Advantage Plans

• MediGold / Mount Carmel MediGold

• Medicare – Traditional

• Medicare Railroad

• Molina Medicare Advantage

• Perennial Advantage

• UHC Medicare Advantage / Dual Plans

• Valor Health Plan Medicare Advantage
   

Medicaid & Medicaid Managed Plans

• Buckeye Medicaid

• Buckeye Ambetter (no Medicare)

• CareSource Medicaid – HMO / Dual Plan

• Medicaid – Traditional

• Molina Medicaid – HMO

• Molina Marketplace

• UHC Medicaid
   

Military & Other Programs

• Tricare East – Humana Military

• Clarite/Multiplan/PHCS/BeechStreet

 

Which procedures are covered by insurance, and which are self-pay?
Most procedures performed at DiSabato Osteopathic Care are covered by insurance. This includes:

• Osteopathic manipulation (OMT)

• Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound

• Ultrasound-guided joint and tendon injections

• Ultrasound-guided nerve hydrodissection

• Acupuncture for chronic low back pain (allowed by most insurance plans)

• Medicinal Botox for chronic migraine, cervical dystonia, or spasticity
  (Typically offered at the Lima location after completion of a prior authorization.)
   

Some treatments are not covered by insurance and are offered as self-pay services:

• Acupuncture for indications other than chronic low back pain

• Prolotherapy

• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)

 

Where do you practice?
Xavier DiSabato, DO provides care at two practice locations:
 

• Columbus Area – Hilliard Office
DiSabato Osteopathic Care
3960-A Brown Park Dr
Hilliard, OH 43026

• Lima Office
Physical Medicine Associates of N.W. Ohio, Inc.
939 W Market St
Lima, OH 45805

 

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows you to move easily. Most patients do well in athletic wear or everyday clothing that is not restrictive. You do not need to change into a gown unless an exam or ultrasound requires direct skin access.

 

How long are appointments?

All appointments—both new and follow-up—are scheduled for 30 minutes. This allows time for a focused evaluation, discussion of findings, and treatment when appropriate.

 

How do I schedule?
To schedule please call (419)288-5434. Online options for scheduling coming soon.