Occupational Therapists in Altavista, VA Accepting Medicare

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Mrs. Kelly Leigh Austin Tuck, OTR/L Occupational Therapist Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare Practice Location: 1317 Lola Ave, Altavista, VA 24517 Phone: 434-369-6651

Wendy Lee Payne, OTR/L Occupational Therapist Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare Practice Location: 586 Holly Hills Dr, Altavista, VA 24517 Phone: 434-369-1820

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