SG
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girgis, Physiatrist in Rome, GA?
Dr. Shereef Girgis, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Rome, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Girgis graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Overlook Hosp, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Girgis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girgis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girgis’s office at (706) 234-6905.
Where did Dr. Girgis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Overlook Hosp, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Girgis board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Shereef Girgis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Girgis speak?
Dr. Girgis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Girgis treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Girgis perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: 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); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Girgis accept my insurance?
Dr. Girgis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 234-6905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girgis accept in Rome, GA?
Dr. Girgis in Rome, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Girgis' office located?
What is Dr. Girgis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girgis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861553216.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girgis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girgis
What is Dr. Shereef Girgis's specialty?
Dr. Girgis is a Physiatrist near Rome, GA. 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. Girgis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shereef Girgis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girgis is affiliated with AdventHealth Gordon, Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, Piedmont Cartersville 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 Shereef Girgis accepting new patients in Rome, GA?
Yes, Dr. Shereef Girgis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shereef Girgis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girgis's office at (706) 234-6905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shereef Girgis?
Please contact Dr. Girgis's office at (706) 234-6905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shereef Girgis have?
Dr. Shereef Girgis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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