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Who is Dr. Shieh, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Alvin Shieh, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shieh is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shieh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shieh’s office at (760) 743-4789.
What languages does Dr. Shieh speak?
Dr. Shieh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Shieh treat?
As a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Shieh 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. Shieh. 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:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Broken Pelvis
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
- Pelvic Fracture
- Fractured Pelvis
- Pelvis Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S32810A: Multiple fractures of pelvis with stable disruption of pelvic ring, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Left Hip Fracture
- Right Hip Fracture
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Right Femur Fracture
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Tibia Fracture near Knee
- Hip Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
- Broken Shin Bone near Knee
- Upper Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82141D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Broken Upper Arm Bone
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Humerus Fracture
- Fractured Upper Arm Bone
- Upper Arm Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42201A: Unspecified fracture of upper end of right humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S42202D: Unspecified fracture of upper end of left humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken shoulder bone
- Upper arm bone break
- Humerus head fracture
- Shoulder bone injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42292D: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S42292A: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Fibula
- Broken Shin Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Fibula Fracture
- Broken Leg Bone
- Lower Leg Fracture
- Tibia Fracture
- Shin Bone Break
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82831A: Other fracture of upper and lower end of right fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82141A: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Sacrum fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken tailbone
- Sacral fracture
- Pelvic bone fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S3210XA: Unspecified fracture of sacrum, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Which procedures does Dr. Shieh perform as a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?
As a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alvin Shieh may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shieh's office.
Does Dr. Shieh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shieh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 743-4789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shieh accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Shieh in Escondido, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shieh's office located?
Dr. Alvin Shieh's Primary Practice
2130 Citracado Pkwy
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 743-4789
What is Dr. Shieh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shieh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316322100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shieh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shieh
What is Dr. Alvin Shieh's specialty?
Dr. Shieh is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Escondido, CA. Contact Dr. Shieh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alvin Shieh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shieh is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 Alvin Shieh accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Shieh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Shieh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shieh's office at (760) 743-4789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Shieh?
Please contact Dr. Shieh's office at (760) 743-4789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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