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Who is Dr. Shimony, Neurosurgeon in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Nir Shimony, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shimony is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shimony’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shimony’s office at (570) 808-7300.
What languages does Dr. Shimony speak?
Dr. Shimony and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Shimony treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shimony 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. Shimony. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Simple Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Drug-resistant simple partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal seizures
- Hard-to-treat partial epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40119: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain cysts
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G930: Cerebral cysts
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Stem Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Brain Stem Cancer
- Brainstem Glioma
- Malignant Brainstem Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
- C717: Malignant neoplasm of brain stem
Also known as:
- Craniosynostosis
- Flat Head Syndrome
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Craniostenosis
- Premature skull fusion
- Fused skull bones in infants
- Skull deformity at birth
- Plagiocephaly
- Misshapen Head
- Asymmetrical Head Shape
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q750: Craniosynostosis
- Q673: Plagiocephaly
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Does Dr. Shimony accept my insurance?
Dr. Shimony accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shimony accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Shimony in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Geisinger Health Plan
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shimony's office located?
What is Dr. Shimony's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shimony's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730625450.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shimony?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shimony
What is Dr. Nir Shimony's specialty?
Dr. Shimony is a Neurosurgeon near Memphis, TN. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Shimony to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nir Shimony affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shimony is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Le Bonheur Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nir Shimony accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Nir Shimony is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nir Shimony offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shimony's office at (570) 808-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nir Shimony?
Please contact Dr. Shimony's office at (570) 808-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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