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Who is Dr. Sheha, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Evan Sheha, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sheha is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheha’s office at (203) 705-0723.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sheha?
Dr. Evan Sheha, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sheha empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Back Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Disc Disorder, Herniated Discs, Kyphosis, Laminoplasty, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Nerve Compression, Robotic Surgery, Sciatica, Spinal Disc Replacement, Spinal Fusion, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stamford, CT community, Dr. Sheha is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Sheha speak?
Dr. Sheha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Sheha typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Sheha 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. Sheha. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Sheha typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Sheha 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. Sheha. 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:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spine Autograft
- Local Bone Harvest for Spine
- Spinal Fusion Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
Does Dr. Sheha accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 705-0723 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheha accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Sheha in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Connecticut
State of Maine
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sheha's office located?
Dr. Evan Sheha also offers virtual visits
HSS Stamford
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
1 Blachley Road
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 705-0723
What is Dr. Sheha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831517150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheha
What is Dr. Evan Sheha's specialty?
Dr. Sheha is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Stamford, CT.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Evan Sheha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheha is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery, Stamford Health, Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Evan Sheha accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Evan Sheha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Evan Sheha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheha's office at (203) 705-0723 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Evan Sheha?
Please contact Dr. Sheha's office at (203) 705-0723 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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