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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shih, Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Patrick Shih, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Shih is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shih’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shih’s office at (832) 529-7289.
What languages does Dr. Shih speak?
Dr. Shih and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shih treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shih 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. Shih. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Does Dr. Shih accept my insurance?
Dr. Shih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 529-7289 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shih accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shih in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Integranet Health
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shih's office located?
Dr. Patrick Shih's Primary Practice
12121 Richmond Ave Ste 101
Houston, TX 77082
(832) 529-7289
What is Dr. Shih's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255652301.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shih?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shih
What is Dr. Patrick Shih's specialty?
Dr. Shih is a Neurosurgeon near Houston, TX. 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. Shih to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patrick Shih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shih is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Patrick Shih accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Shih is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Shih offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (832) 529-7289 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Shih?
Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (832) 529-7289 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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