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Who is Dr. Shea, Thoracic Surgeon in Morristown, NJ?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shea?
Dr. Nicholas Shea, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic 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. Shea empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm Repair, Aortic Dissection, Arrhythmia Surgery, Arterial Insufficiency, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Bloodless/Transfusion Free Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Valve Replacement, Cardiac Valve Surgery, Congenital Heart Disease, Coronary Artery Bypass, Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Coronary Artery Surgery, Heart Failure, Heart Surgery, Heart Valve Repair or Replacement, Heart Valve Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery-Aortic, Marfan Syndrome, Mechanical Assist Devices, Minimally Invasive Aneurysm Repair, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery, Minimally Invasive Valve Repair, Mitral Valve Prolapse (MVP), Mitral Valve Reconstruction, Mitral Valve Repair, Mitral Valve Surgery, Off Pump Coronary Bypass Surgery, Open Heart Surgery, Thoracic Aneurysm, Thoracic Aneurysm Repair, Thoracic Aneurysm Surgery, Valve Reconstruction/Repair, Valve Replacement, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Morristown, NJ community, Dr. Shea is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Shea speak?
Dr. Shea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Shea typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Shea 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. Shea. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Shea typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Shea may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
Please contact Dr. Shea's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shea accept my insurance?
Dr. Shea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 304-7810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shea accept in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Shea in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shea's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shea affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shea has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shea's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790149086.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shea