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21 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shih, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Vivian Shih, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Shih graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed her residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program. Dr. Shih is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shih’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shih’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Where did Dr. Shih go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shih board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Vivian Shih, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Shih speak?
Dr. Shih and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Shih treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Shih 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. Shih. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does Dr. Shih perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Shih 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. Shih. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Trigger Point Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Shih accept my insurance?
Dr. Shih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shih accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Shih in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shih's office located?
What is Dr. Shih's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386755338.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shih?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shih
What is Dr. Vivian Shih's specialty?
Dr. Shih is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Stanford, CA. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Shih to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vivian Shih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shih is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
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Is Vivian Shih accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vivian Shih is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivian Shih offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivian Shih?
Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vivian Shih have?
Dr. Vivian Shih is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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