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Dr. Lauren Shapiro, MD

Jacksonville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shapiro, Physiatrist in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Lauren Shapiro, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shapiro completed her residency at McGaw Medical Center/Northwestern University. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (305) 243-6605.

    Where did Dr. Shapiro go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: McGaw Medical Center/Northwestern University

    • Medical School: SUNY School of Medicine at Stony Brook

    What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?

    Dr. Shapiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shapiro treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Aphasia
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Speech Loss
    • Language Disorder
    • Difficulty Speaking after Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Reduced Mobility
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
    • Spastic Hemiplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Right-sided spastic paralysis
    • Right-sided stiff paralysis
    • Spastic weakness on right dominant side
    • Stiff paralysis on one side
    • Spastic one-sided paralysis
    • Hemiparesis with spasticity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
    • G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Aphasia
    • Difficulty speaking
    • Language impairment
    • Loss of speech

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4701: Aphasia

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

    Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-6605 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Shapiro in Jacksonville, FL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Shapiro's Primary Practice

    3901 University Blvd S

    Jacksonville, FL 32216

    (305) 243-6605

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    Dr. Lauren Shapiro's Practice 2

    1475 NW 12th Ave

    Miami, FL 33136

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    Dr. Lauren Shapiro's Practice 3

    1601 NW 12th Ave # 1

    Miami, FL 33136

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    What is Dr. Shapiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619169554.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shapiro

    What is Dr. Lauren Shapiro's specialty?

    Dr. Shapiro is a Physiatrist near Jacksonville, FL. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Shapiro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lauren Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Lauren Shapiro accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Shapiro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (305) 243-6605 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Shapiro?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (305) 243-6605 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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