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Who is Dr. Shukla, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Reno, NV?
Dr. Sanjai Shukla, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Reno, NV. Dr. Shukla graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Shukla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shukla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shukla’s office at (775) 786-3040.
Where did Dr. Shukla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shukla speak?
Dr. Shukla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Shukla typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shukla 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. Shukla. 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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Shukla typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shukla 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. Shukla. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
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
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
- Image-Guided Orthopedic Surgery
- Navigational Orthopedic Procedure
- Robotic Orthopedic Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0055T: Computer-assisted musculoskeletal surgical navigational orthopedic procedure, with image-guidance based on CT/MRI images (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Shukla accept my insurance?
Dr. Shukla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 786-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shukla accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Shukla in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Nevada
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shukla's office located?
What is Dr. Shukla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shukla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134266497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shukla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shukla
What is Dr. Sanjai Shukla's specialty?
Dr. Shukla is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Reno, NV.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Sanjai Shukla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shukla is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, St. John’s Health 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 Sanjai Shukla accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Sanjai Shukla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanjai Shukla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office at (775) 786-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanjai Shukla?
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office at (775) 786-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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