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Dr. George Shaw, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shaw, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. George Shaw, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shaw is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaw’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaw’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Shaw speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Shaw typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw. 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:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiac Implants
    • Heart Devices
    • Cardiac Grafts
    • Implantable Heart Devices

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Shaw typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw. 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:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Does Dr. Shaw accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shaw accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Shaw in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Shaw's office located?

    363 Mcginnis Thoracic And Cardiovascular Associate

    320 E North Ave

    Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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    Dr. George Shaw's Practice 2

    995 Beaver Grade Rd Ste B2

    Coraopolis, PA 15108

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    Dr. George Shaw's Practice 3

    565 Coal Valley Rd

    Jefferson Hills, PA 15025

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shaw affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shaw has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Allegheny General Hospital,Pittsburgh, PA
    Forbes Hospital,Monroeville, PA
    Ahn Wexford Hospital,Wexford, PA
    Ahn Hempfield Neighborhood Hospital,Greensburg, PA

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

    Dr. Shaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174757827.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaw?

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

    What is Dr. George Shaw's specialty?

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is Dr. George Shaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shaw is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical Center, Warren General 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

    When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. George Shaw accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. George Shaw is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Shaw offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Shaw?

    Please contact Dr. Shaw's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shaw's office located?

    Dr. Shaw's offices are located in Pittsburgh, PA, Coraopolis, PA, and Jefferson Hills, PA.