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Dr. Nir Shimony, MD

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Craniosynostosis
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Craniostenosis
    • Premature skull fusion
    • Fused skull bones in infants
    • Skull deformity at birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q750: Craniosynostosis

    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

    • AlphaCare

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Kern Health Systems

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Utah

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shimony's office located?

    Dr. Nir Shimony's Primary Practice

    6325 Humphreys Blvd

    Memphis, TN 38120

    (570) 808-7300

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    Dr. Nir Shimony's Practice 2

    391 Southcrest Cir Ste 205

    Southaven, MS 38671

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    Dr. Nir Shimony's Practice 3

    100 N Academy Ave

    Danville, PA 17822

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    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?

    Yes, Dr. Shimony is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Methodist University 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

    Explore Neurosurgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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