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Who is Dr. Hsu, Anesthesiologist in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Shihyen Hsu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hsu completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Hsu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsu’s office at (562) 461-3000.
Where did Dr. Hsu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Hsu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Shihyen Hsu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Hsu speak?
Dr. Hsu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hsu typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
- Pregnancy Test
- Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
- Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
- Pending Pregnancy Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hsu typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Epidural Nerve Block for Pain
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Neurolytic Epidural Injection
- Cervical Epidural Block
- Thoracic Epidural Block
- Nerve Ablation Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 62281: Injection/infusion of neurolytic substance (eg, alcohol, phenol, iced saline solutions), with or without other therapeutic substance; epidural, cervical or thoracic
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Hsu accept my insurance?
Dr. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hsu accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Hsu in Bellflower, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
HealthSmart
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?
Dr. Shihyen Hsu's Primary Practice
9400 Rosecrans Ave
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 461-3000
What is Dr. Hsu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437218047.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hsu
What is Dr. Shihyen Hsu's specialty?
Dr. Hsu is a Anesthesiologist near Bellflower, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Shihyen Hsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hsu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Downey Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Shihyen Hsu accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shihyen Hsu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shihyen Hsu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shihyen Hsu?
Please contact Dr. Hsu's office at (562) 461-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shihyen Hsu have?
Dr. Shihyen Hsu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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