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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Shieh is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shieh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Shieh typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
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
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Left Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Left Femur Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
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:
- 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
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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Shieh typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Shieh 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
- Hip Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation or Replacement
- Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
- Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
- Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair
- Femoral Neck Fracture Repair
- Proximal Femur Fracture Treatment
- Hip Pinning Surgery
- Hip Fracture Prosthetic Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage
- 27236: Open treatment of femoral fracture, proximal end, neck, internal fixation or prosthetic replacement
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:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
- Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
- Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
- Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
- Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
- Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)
CPT Codes:
- 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments
Also known as:
- Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
- Excisional Debridement (Bone)
- Open Fracture Debridement
- Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
- Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont 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 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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