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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shih, Physiatrist in Charlestown, MA?
Dr. Shirley Shih, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Charlestown, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shih graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program. Dr. Shih is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (617) 952-5299.
Where did Dr. Shih go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Shih speak?
Dr. Shih and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Shih treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Which procedures does Dr. Shih perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shirley Shih may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shih's office.
Does Dr. Shih accept my insurance?
Dr. Shih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 952-5299 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shih accept in Charlestown, MA?
Dr. Shih in Charlestown, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shih's office located?
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 1346503513.
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. Shirley Shih's specialty?
Dr. Shih is a Physiatrist near Charlestown, MA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Shih to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shirley Shih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shih is affiliated with Lowell General 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 Shirley Shih accepting new patients in Charlestown, MA?
Yes, Dr. Shirley Shih is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirley Shih offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (617) 952-5299 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirley Shih?
Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (617) 952-5299 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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