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Dr. Shih Liu, MD

Neurosurgeon

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Liu, Neurosurgeon in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Shih Liu, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Liu is fluent in English, Chinese, Malay, and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Liu’s office at (813) 259-0858.

    What languages does Dr. Liu speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Malay
    • Malayalam

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

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Liu 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. Liu. 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 Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Does Dr. Liu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Liu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 259-0858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Liu accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Liu in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Liu's office located?

    Dr. Shih Liu's Primary Practice

    3500 E Fletcher Ave Ste 100

    Tampa, FL 33613

    (813) 259-0858

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    Stc 3rd Floor

    2 Tampa General Cir Fl 3

    Tampa, FL 33606

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    Dr. Shih Liu's Practice 3

    5802 N 30th St

    Tampa, FL 33610

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    What hospitals are Dr. Liu affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Liu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Adventhealth Orlando,Orlando, FL
    Tampa General Hospital Crystal River,Crystal River, FL
    Adventhealth Riverview,Riverview, FL

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

    Dr. Liu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881613115.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Liu?

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

    What is Dr. Shih Liu's specialty?

    Dr. Liu is a Neurosurgeon near Tampa, FL.

    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. Shih Liu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Liu is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Shih Liu accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Shih Liu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shih Liu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (813) 259-0858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shih Liu?

    Please contact Dr. Liu's office at (813) 259-0858 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Liu's office located?

    Dr. Liu's office is located in Tampa, FL.