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Dr. Nael Shanti, MD

Dr. Nael Shanti, MD

Cary, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shanti, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Cary, NC?

    Dr. Nael Shanti, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cary, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shanti graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Shanti is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanti’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanti’s office at (919) 297-0000.

    Where did Dr. Shanti go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shanti board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Nael Shanti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Shanti speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shanti treat?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Shanti 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. Shanti. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

    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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Shanti perform?

    As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Shanti 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. Shanti. 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:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Shanti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shanti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 297-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shanti accept in Cary, NC?

    Dr. Shanti in Cary, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Shanti's office located?

    Dr. Nael Shanti's Primary Practice

    1110 SE Cary Pkwy Ste 103

    Cary, NC 27518

    (919) 297-0000

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    Dr. Nael Shanti's Practice 2

    600A Village Walk Dr

    Holly Springs, NC 27540

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    Dr. Nael Shanti's Practice 3

    2701 Pickett Rd

    Durham, NC 27705

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    International Association of HealthCare Professionals

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

    Dr. Shanti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720231749.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanti?

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

    What is Dr. Nael Shanti's specialty?

    Dr. Shanti is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Cary, NC. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Shanti to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nael Shanti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shanti is affiliated with UNC Health Rex, WakeMed Raleigh Campus, WakeMed Cary Hospital, UNC Health Johnston Clayton 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

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    Is Nael Shanti accepting new patients in Cary, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Nael Shanti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nael Shanti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shanti's office at (919) 297-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nael Shanti?

    Please contact Dr. Shanti's office at (919) 297-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nael Shanti have?

    Dr. Nael Shanti is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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