36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shalvoy, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Robert Shalvoy, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Shalvoy completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center. He is a member of the The Hughston Society, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, American Journal of Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine Advisory Committee for the Rhode Island Interscholastic League, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy Association of North America, and Rhode Island Orthopedic Society. Dr. Shalvoy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shalvoy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shalvoy’s office at (401) 277-0790.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shalvoy?
Dr. Robert Shalvoy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shalvoy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Cartilage Damage & Transplant, Knee Injuries/ACL/Meniscus Tears, Knee Injuries/Ligament Surgery, Rotator Cuff Surgery, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, Shoulder Injuries, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Providence/RI community, Dr. Shalvoy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shalvoy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hughston Orthopedic Clinic, Georgia
Residency: Boston University Medical Center
Medical School: Boston College | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
Is Dr. Shalvoy board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shalvoy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Shalvoy speak?
Dr. Shalvoy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shalvoy treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shalvoy 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. Shalvoy. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Torn Meniscus
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Tear
- Meniscal Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
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
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Shalvoy perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shalvoy 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. Shalvoy. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy for Cartilage Shaving
- Knee Cartilage Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
- Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
- Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
- Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Knee chondroplasty
- Arthroscopic cartilage debridement
- Knee scope cartilage repair
- Knee abrasion arthroplasty
- Knee microfracture surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)
- 29877: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty)
- 29879: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; abrasion arthroplasty (includes chondroplasty where necessary) or multiple drilling or microfracture
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
- Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
- Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
- Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
- Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
- Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
- Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
- Shoulder Capsule Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
- 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy with Joint Lining Removal
- Endoscopy
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- ACL Augmentation
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Knee Capsule Repair
- Torn Knee Ligament Surgery
- MCL Repair
- Knee Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Knee Surgery
- Plica Resection
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
- 27405: Repair, primary, torn ligament and/or capsule, knee; collateral
- 29875: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, limited (eg, plica or shelf resection) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Revision Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Arthroplasty Revision
- Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
- Knee Implant Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component
Also known as:
- Shoulder Manipulation Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Frozen Shoulder Manipulation
- Shoulder Joint Mobilization
- Shoulder MUA
CPT Codes:
- 23700: Manipulation under anesthesia, shoulder joint, including application of fixation apparatus (dislocation excluded)
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
- Aerosol Device Instruction
- MDI Training
- Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
- 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
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. Shalvoy accept my insurance?
Dr. Shalvoy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 277-0790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shalvoy accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Shalvoy in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Medicare
State of Rhode Island
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shalvoy's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Robert Shalvoy an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shalvoy has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shalvoy, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
The Hughston Society
Past President
American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
Team Physician Committee
American Journal of Sports Medicine
Reviewer
Sports Medicine Advisory Committee for the Rhode Island Interscholastic League
Professional Member
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Professional Member
American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
Professional Member
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Professional Member
Rhode Island Orthopedic Society
Professional Member
Awards
Alpert Medical School’s Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award
lpert Medical School’s Leonard Tow
Top MD
Consumers Checkbook
Patients' Choice Award
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What is Dr. Shalvoy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shalvoy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154368926.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shalvoy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shalvoy
What is Dr. Robert Shalvoy's specialty?
Dr. Shalvoy is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Providence, RI. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Shalvoy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Shalvoy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shalvoy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kent Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Robert Shalvoy accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shalvoy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Shalvoy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shalvoy's office at (401) 277-0790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Shalvoy?
Please contact Dr. Shalvoy's office at (401) 277-0790 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Shalvoy have?
Dr. Robert Shalvoy is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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