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Who is Dr. Shaftel, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Noah Shaftel, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shaftel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaftel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaftel’s office at (513) 221-5500.
What languages does Dr. Shaftel speak?
Dr. Shaftel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Shaftel typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Shaftel 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. Shaftel. 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.
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Shaftel typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Shaftel 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. Shaftel. 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.
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
- Small Hand/Finger Tumor Removal
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
- Finger Contracture Release Surgery
- Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
- Hand Soft Tissue Excision
- Finger Tumor Removal
- Vascular Malformation Excision Hand
- Subcutaneous Hand Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);
- 26115: Excision, tumor or vascular malformation, soft tissue of hand or finger, subcutaneous; less than 1.5 cm
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
- Ganglion cyst removal hand
- Tendon sheath lesion excision
- Mucous cyst removal finger
CPT Codes:
- 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Shaftel accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaftel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 221-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaftel accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Shaftel in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shaftel's office located?
Dr. Noah Shaftel's Primary Practice
5885 Harrison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45248
(513) 221-5500
What is Dr. Shaftel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaftel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932355955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaftel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaftel
What is Dr. Noah Shaftel's specialty?
Dr. Shaftel is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Cincinnati, OH.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Noah Shaftel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaftel is affiliated with The Christ Hospital, Kettering Health Dayton, St. Elizabeth Florence, Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati 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
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Is Noah Shaftel accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Noah Shaftel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Noah Shaftel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaftel's office at (513) 221-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Noah Shaftel?
Please contact Dr. Shaftel's office at (513) 221-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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