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51 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shortz, Neurosurgeon in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Roger Shortz, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pleasant Hill, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Shortz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shortz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shortz’s office at (510) 243-2130.
What languages does Dr. Shortz speak?
Dr. Shortz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shortz treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shortz 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. Shortz. 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 Joint Problem
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Knee derangement
- Knee joint dysfunction
- Knee mechanical issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2390: Unspecified internal derangement of unspecified knee
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Sciatica
- Sciatic Neuropathy
- Pinched Sciatic Nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5700: Lesion of sciatic nerve, unspecified lower limb
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shoulder Joint Derangement
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Joint Dysfunction
- Shoulder Joint Instability
- Shoulder Joint Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24811: Other specific joint derangements of right shoulder, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Knee Joint Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Internal Knee Derangement
- Knee Joint Problem
- Knee Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2391: Unspecified internal derangement of right knee
Also known as:
- History of Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Past UTI
- Previous Bladder Infection
- History of Kidney Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87440: Personal history of urinary (tract) infections
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Does Dr. Shortz accept my insurance?
Dr. Shortz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 243-2130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shortz accept in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Shortz in Pleasant Hill, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shortz's office located?
Dr. Roger Shortz's Primary Practice
140 Gregory Ln Ste 210
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(510) 243-2130
Dr. Roger Shortz's Practice 3
7851 Mission Center Ct Ste 205
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 491-0410
What is Dr. Shortz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shortz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437170651.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shortz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shortz
What is Dr. Roger Shortz's specialty?
Dr. Shortz is a Neurosurgeon near Pleasant Hill, CA. 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. Shortz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Roger Shortz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shortz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Roger Shortz accepting new patients in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Yes, Dr. Roger Shortz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roger Shortz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shortz's office at (510) 243-2130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roger Shortz?
Please contact Dr. Shortz's office at (510) 243-2130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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