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Dr. Peter Shin, MD

Neurosurgeon

Albuquerque, NM

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shin, Neurosurgeon in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Peter Shin, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Shin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shin’s office at (505) 272-2111.

    Is Dr. Shin board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Shin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Shin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Shin typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Shin typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 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 Rod and Screw Placement
    • Vertebral Fixation
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation
    • Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
    • Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Cerebrospinal Shunt Reprogramming
    • CSF Shunt Adjustment
    • Programmable Shunt Reprogramming
    • Brain Shunt Reprogramming

    CPT Codes:

    • 62252: Reprogramming of programmable cerebrospinal shunt

    Does Dr. Shin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shin accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Shin in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shin's office located?

    Dr. Peter Shin's Primary Practice

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-2111

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    Dr. Peter Shin's Practice 2

    3001 Broadmoor Blvd NE

    Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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    Msc 10 5615

    1 University of New Mexico

    Albuquerque, NM 87131

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

    Dr. Shin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568522035.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shin?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Shin's specialty?

    Dr. Shin is a Neurosurgeon near Albuquerque, NM.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Peter Shin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shin is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lincoln County Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital 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 Dr. Peter Shin accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Shin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Shin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Shin?

    Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (505) 272-2111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shin's office located?

    Dr. Shin's offices are located in Albuquerque, NM and Rio Rancho, NM.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Shin have?

    Dr. Peter Shin is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.