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Dr. Tristan Shockley, MD
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Dr. Tristan Shockley, MD

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shockley, Physiatrist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Tristan Shockley, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shockley completed his residency at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center. Dr. Shockley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shockley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shockley’s office.

    Where did Dr. Shockley go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center

    Is Dr. Shockley board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Tristan Shockley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Shockley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shockley typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shockley 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. Shockley. 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    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:

    • 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:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
    • Worn Spinal Discs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shockley typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shockley 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. Shockley. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    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. Shockley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shockley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shockley accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Shockley in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shockley's office located?

    Dr. Tristan Shockley's Primary Practice

    6615 Reisterstown Rd Ste 302

    Baltimore, MD 21215

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    Dr. Tristan Shockley's Practice 2

    9841 Greenbelt Rd Ste 208

    Lanham, MD 20706

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    Dr. Tristan Shockley's Practice 3

    3311 Toledo Ter Ste A1

    Hyattsville, MD 20782

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 3 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    66% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    93% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Tristan Shockley an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shockley has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shockley, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Shockley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932242542.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shockley?

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

    What is Dr. Tristan Shockley's specialty?

    Dr. Shockley is a Physiatrist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Tristan Shockley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shockley is affiliated with Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Tristan Shockley accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Tristan Shockley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tristan Shockley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shockley's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tristan Shockley?

    Please contact Dr. Shockley's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tristan Shockley have?

    Dr. Tristan Shockley is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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