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Dr. Joseph Shivers, MD

Physiatrist

Cranberry Township, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shivers, Physiatrist in Cranberry Township, PA?

    Dr. Joseph Shivers, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Cranberry Township, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shivers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shivers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shivers’s office at (516) 562-0100.

    What languages does Dr. Shivers speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shivers typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shivers 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. Shivers. 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shivers typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Shivers may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shivers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shivers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shivers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 562-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shivers accept in Cranberry Township, PA?

    Dr. Shivers in Cranberry Township, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Shivers' office located?

    Dr. Joseph Shivers' Primary Practice

    8000 Cranberry Springs Dr

    Cranberry Township, PA 16066

    (516) 562-0100

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    Dr. Joseph Shivers' Practice 2

    3471 5th Ave Ste 1103

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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    Dr. Joseph Shivers' Practice 3

    1300 Oxford Dr Ste 1500

    Bethel Park, PA 15102

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shivers affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shivers has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Upmc Presbyterian,Pittsburgh, PA
    Upmc Mercy,Pittsburgh, PA
    Upmc Jameson,New Castle, PA
    Upmc St. Margaret,Pittsburgh, PA

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

    Dr. Shivers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306377015.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shivers?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Shivers's specialty?

    Dr. Shivers is a Physiatrist near Cranberry Township, PA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Joseph Shivers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shivers is affiliated with Upmc Washington, Meadville 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Joseph Shivers accepting new patients in Cranberry Township, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Shivers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Shivers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shivers' office at (516) 562-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Shivers?

    Please contact Dr. Shivers' office at (516) 562-0100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shivers' office located?

    Dr. Shivers' offices are located in Cranberry Township, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, and Bethel Park, PA.