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Dr. Nasar Shahid, MD
Teaneck, NJ
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shahid, Physiatrist in Teaneck, NJ?
Dr. Nasar Shahid, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Teaneck, NJ. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Shahid graduated from Nishtar Medical College & Hospital and completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Shahid is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shahid’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shahid’s office.
Where did Dr. Shahid go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | New York Hospital Medical Center of Queens/Cornell University Medical College Program
Medical School: Nishtar Medical College, Bahuddin Zakaria University | Nishtar Medical College & Hospital
Is Dr. Shahid board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Nasar Shahid, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Shahid speak?
Dr. Shahid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shahid typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shahid 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. Shahid. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shahid typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shahid 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. Shahid. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back) with Imaging
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral facet injection
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Neck/upper back pain injection
- Facet joint block
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64492: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Shahid accept my insurance?
Dr. Shahid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shahid accept in Teaneck, NJ?
Dr. Shahid in Teaneck, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GEICO
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shahid's office located?
What is Dr. Shahid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shahid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891940938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shahid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shahid
What is Dr. Nasar Shahid's specialty?
Dr. Shahid is a Physiatrist near Teaneck, NJ.
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 this Dr. Nasar Shahid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shahid is affiliated with South Shore University Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton 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
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Is Nasar Shahid accepting new patients in Teaneck, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Nasar Shahid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nasar Shahid offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shahid's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nasar Shahid?
Please contact Dr. Shahid's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nasar Shahid have?
Dr. Nasar Shahid is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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179 Cedar Ln
Teaneck, NJ 07666