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Dr. Heidi Shors, MD

Kalispell, MT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shors, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Kalispell, MT?

    Dr. Heidi Shors, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kalispell, MT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shors is fluent in English, Sign Languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shors’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shors’s office.

    Is Dr. Shors board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Heidi Shors, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Shors speak?

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

    • English
    • Sign Languages
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Shors typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Shors 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. Shors. 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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right hand
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    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 Hand Surgeon like Dr. Shors typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Shors 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. Shors. 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Does Dr. Shors accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shors accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shors accept in Kalispell, MT?

    Dr. Shors in Kalispell, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CMS

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Mountain Health CO-OP

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    Where is Dr. Shors' office located?

    Dr. Heidi Shors' Primary Practice

    350 Heritage Way Ste 1200

    Kalispell, MT 59901

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    Dr. Heidi Shors' Practice 2

    500 12th Ave W Ste 1C

    Columbia Falls, MT 59912

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shors affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shors has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Shors's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982899795.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shors?

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

    What is Dr. Heidi Shors's specialty?

    Dr. Shors is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Kalispell, MT.

    What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?

    An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.

    Is Dr. Heidi Shors affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shors is affiliated with Logan Health Medical 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 Dr. Heidi Shors accepting new patients in Kalispell, MT?

    Yes, Dr. Heidi Shors is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heidi Shors offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shors' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Heidi Shors?

    Please contact Dr. Shors' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shors' office located?

    Dr. Shors' offices are located in Kalispell, MT and Columbia Falls, MT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Heidi Shors have?

    Dr. Heidi Shors is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.