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Dr. Vladimir Shvarts, MD

Epilepsy Specialist

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Neurologist

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shvarts, Epilepsy Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Vladimir Shvarts, MD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Shvarts graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Shvarts is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shvarts’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shvarts’s office at (602) 406-3000.

    Where did Dr. Shvarts go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shvarts speak?

    Dr. Shvarts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Shvarts typically treat?

    As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Shvarts 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. Shvarts. 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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EEG
    • Irregular Electroencephalogram
    • Unusual Brain Wave Test
    • EEG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Shvarts typically perform?

    As an Epilepsy Specialist, Dr. Shvarts 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. Shvarts. 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:

    • Auditory Evoked Potentials Test
    • BAER test
    • ABR test
    • Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response
    • Auditory Brainstem Response

    CPT Codes:

    • 92653: Auditory evoked potentials; neurodiagnostic, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Shvarts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shvarts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 406-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shvarts accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Shvarts in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Shvarts' office located?

    680 Dhmg St Josephs Pelvic Pain And Surg

    500 W Thomas Rd Ste 680

    Phoenix, AZ 85013

    (602) 406-3000

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    What is Dr. Shvarts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shvarts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740450295.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shvarts?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shvarts

    What is Dr. Vladimir Shvarts's specialty?

    Dr. Shvarts is a Epilepsy Specialist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?

    Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.

    Is this Dr. Vladimir Shvarts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shvarts is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Chandler Regional 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

    When to see an Epilepsy Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Vladimir Shvarts accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Vladimir Shvarts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vladimir Shvarts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shvarts's office at (602) 406-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vladimir Shvarts?

    Please contact Dr. Shvarts's office at (602) 406-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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