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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shay, Surgeon in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Andrew Thomas Shay, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shay’s office at (915) 591-2000.
What languages does Dr. Shay speak?
Dr. Shay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Shay typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Shay 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. Shay. 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:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Shay typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Shay 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. Shay. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Does Dr. Shay accept my insurance?
Dr. Shay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 591-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shay accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Shay in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Consumers Choice Health Insurance Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shay's office located?
Dr. Andrew Thomas Shay's Primary Practice
3280 Joe Battle Blvd
El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 591-2000
What is Dr. Shay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215165162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shay
What is Dr. Andrew Thomas Shay's specialty?
Dr. Shay is a Surgeon near El Paso, TX.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Andrew Thomas Shay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shay is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus, St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus 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 Andrew Thomas Shay accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Thomas Shay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Thomas Shay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shay's office at (915) 591-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Thomas Shay?
Please contact Dr. Shay's office at (915) 591-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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