Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shannon, Orthopedic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Claire Shannon, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shannon is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shannon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shannon’s office at (561) 844-5255.
What languages does Dr. Shannon speak?
Dr. Shannon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Shannon treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shannon 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. Shannon. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Underdeveloped Leg or Foot at Birth
- Underdeveloped Thigh Bone at Birth
- Underdeveloped Calf Bone at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Limb reduction defect
- Congenital lower limb deficiency
- Leg birth defect
- Meromelia
- Proximal femoral focal deficiency
- Congenital femur defect
- Femoral hypoplasia
- Congenital fibular deficiency
- Fibular hemimelia
- Calf bone birth defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q72891: Other reduction defects of right lower limb
- Q7241: Longitudinal reduction defect of right femur
- Q7262: Longitudinal reduction defect of left fibula
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped Left Thigh Bone
- Underdeveloped Right Calf Bone
- Birth Defects
- Congenital left femoral deficiency
- Left femoral hypoplasia
- Short left thigh bone
- Congenital right fibular deficiency
- Right fibular hemimelia
- Short right fibula
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7242: Longitudinal reduction defect of left femur
- Q7261: Longitudinal reduction defect of right fibula
Also known as:
- Removal of Internal Fixation Device
- Fractures
- Hardware removal surgery
- Implant removal procedure
- Fixation device extraction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
Also known as:
- Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas
- Birth Defects
- Hereditary multiple osteochondromas
- Multiple Congenital Exostoses
- HME
- Bone Spurs
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q786: Multiple congenital exostoses
What procedures does Dr. Shannon perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shannon 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. Shannon. 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
CPT Codes:
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
Does Dr. Shannon accept my insurance?
Dr. Shannon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 844-5255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shannon accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Shannon in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Kaiser Permanente
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Shannon's office located?
Dr. Claire Shannon's Primary Practice
3000 Bayview Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
(561) 844-5255
What is Dr. Shannon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shannon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518256973.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shannon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shannon
What is Dr. Claire Shannon's specialty?
Dr. Shannon is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Fort Lauderdale, FL. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Shannon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Claire Shannon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shannon is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County 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
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Is Claire Shannon accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Claire Shannon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claire Shannon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shannon's office at (561) 844-5255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claire Shannon?
Please contact Dr. Shannon's office at (561) 844-5255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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