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Who is Dr. Shirah, Trauma Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Gina Shirah, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shirah is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirah’s office at (480) 531-1681.
What languages does Dr. Shirah speak?
Dr. Shirah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shirah treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Shirah 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. Shirah. 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 Lower Leg Open Wound
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
- S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89159: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Skin Condition
- Skin Graft Problems
- Allograft Complications
- Autograft Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T86828: Other complications of skin graft (allograft) (autograft)
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stomach Wound
- Abdominal Skin Tear
- Trunk Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31105A: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, periumbilic region without penetration into peritoneal cavity, initial encounter
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound with Internal Penetration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Deep abdominal wound
- Stomach wall perforation
- Internal abdominal injury
- Penetrating stomach wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31609A: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, unspecified quadrant with penetration into peritoneal cavity, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Shirah perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Gina Shirah may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shirah's office.
Does Dr. Shirah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 531-1681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirah accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Shirah in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shirah's office located?
Dr. Gina Shirah's Primary Practice
720 E Thunderbird Rd Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(480) 531-1681
What is Dr. Shirah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225368384.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirah
What is Dr. Gina Shirah's specialty?
Dr. Shirah is a Trauma Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Shirah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gina Shirah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shirah is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley 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 Gina Shirah accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Gina Shirah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gina Shirah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirah's office at (480) 531-1681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gina Shirah?
Please contact Dr. Shirah's office at (480) 531-1681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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