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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shi, Neurosurgeon in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Chen Shi, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shi’s office at (704) 272-3578.
What languages does Dr. Shi speak?
Dr. Shi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shi treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shi 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. Shi. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Does Dr. Shi accept my insurance?
Dr. Shi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 272-3578 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shi accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Shi in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shi's office located?
What is Dr. Shi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013303049.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shi
What is Dr. Chen Shi's specialty?
Dr. Shi is a Neurosurgeon near Gastonia, NC. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Shi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chen Shi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shi is affiliated with Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Chen Shi accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?
Yes, Dr. Chen Shi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chen Shi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shi's office at (704) 272-3578 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chen Shi?
Please contact Dr. Shi's office at (704) 272-3578 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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