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Dr. Wei Shen, MD

Great Neck, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Great Neck, NY?

    Dr. Wei Shen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (516) 627-8717.

    What languages does Dr. Shen speak?

    Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shen treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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:

    • Right Ankle Sprain
    • Left Ankle Sprain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted right ankle
    • Right ankle ligament injury
    • Right ankle strain
    • Twisted left ankle
    • Left ankle ligament injury
    • Left ankle strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93401A: Sprain of unspecified ligament of right ankle, initial encounter
    • S93401D: Sprain of unspecified ligament of right ankle, subsequent encounter
    • S93402D: Sprain of unspecified ligament of left ankle, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Left Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79672: Pain in left foot

    Also known as:

    • Sprained Left Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Left Ankle Sprain
    • Left Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Twisted Left Ankle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93402A: Sprain of unspecified ligament of left ankle, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    Also known as:

    • Stiff Big Toe
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Rigidus
    • Big Toe Arthritis
    • Frozen Big Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot

    Also known as:

    • Left Lower Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left lower leg
    • Left lower leg discomfort
    • Sore left lower leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79662: Pain in left lower leg

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendinitis
    • Tendinitis
    • Achilles Tendinopathy
    • Heel Cord Tendinitis
    • Ankle Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7661: Achilles tendinitis, right leg

    What procedures does Dr. Shen perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement
    • Ankle Debridement
    • Ankle Scope Surgery
    • Tibiotalar Joint Arthroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
    • 29897: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, limited

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Arthroscopy for Synovectomy
    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle Synovectomy
    • Arthroscopic Ankle Surgery
    • Ankle Joint Lining Removal
    • Tibiotalar Synovectomy
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
    • Keyhole Ankle Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
    • Ankle Bone Defect Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 29895: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; synovectomy, partial
    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
    • 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
    • Big toe joint debridement
    • First MTP joint release
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
    • Phalanx Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Finger Fracture Care
    • Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
    • 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Ligament Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral

    Also known as:

    • Toe Joint Capsule Release
    • Toe Capsulotomy
    • Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
    • Toe Joint Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)

    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:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair
    • Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
    • Open Achilles Repair
    • Percutaneous Achilles Repair
    • Heel Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;

    Also known as:

    • Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
    • Hallux valgus correction with osteotomy
    • Bunionectomy with metatarsal osteotomy
    • Big toe bunion surgery
    • Hallux Valgus Correction
    • Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy for Bunion

    CPT Codes:

    • 28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method
    • 28295: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with proximal metatarsal osteotomy, any method

    Also known as:

    • Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Care
    • Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Toe Tendon Release
    • Flexor Tenotomy Toe
    • Toe Tendon Lengthening
    • Hammer Toe Surgery
    • Toe Tendon Cut

    CPT Codes:

    • 28232: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; toe, single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fixation Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Leg Tendon Repair
    • Flexor Tendon Repair
    • Leg Tendon Surgery
    • Tendon Reconstruction Leg

    CPT Codes:

    • 27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Morton's Neuroma Removal
    • Excision of Morton's Neuroma
    • Interdigital Neuroma Excision
    • Foot Nerve Tumor Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28080: Excision, interdigital (Morton) neuroma, single, each

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
    • Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Metatarsal Fixation
    • Broken Foot Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 627-8717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Great Neck, NY?

    Dr. Shen in Great Neck, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Wei Shen's Primary Practice

    600 Northern Blvd Ste 300

    Great Neck, NY 11021

    (516) 627-8717

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    Dr. Wei Shen's Practice 2

    500 Mamaroneck Ave

    Harrison, NY 10528

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wei Shen?

    Dr. Shen has appointments available at his Great Neck, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Shen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205068095.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shen

    What is Dr. Wei Shen's specialty?

    Dr. Shen is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Great Neck, NY. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wei Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, NY 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 Wei Shen accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Wei Shen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wei Shen offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shen, or call (516) 627-8717 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Wei Shen?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (516) 627-8717 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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