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Who is Dr. Shammassian, Neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Berje Shammassian is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shammassian is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shammassian’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shammassian’s office at (504) 568-2582.
What languages does Dr. Shammassian speak?
Dr. Shammassian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shammassian treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shammassian 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. Shammassian. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Acquired Head Deformity
- Head shape change
- Deformed head
- Acquired skull deformity
ICD-10 Codes:
- M952: Other acquired deformity of head
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Head Puncture Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stab wound to head
- Piercing injury to head
- Head penetration wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0193XA: Puncture wound without foreign body of unspecified part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Does Dr. Shammassian accept my insurance?
Dr. Shammassian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 568-2582 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shammassian accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shammassian in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shammassian's office located?
Dr. Berje Shammassian's Primary Practice
3737 Market St Fl 8
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(504) 568-2582
What is Dr. Shammassian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shammassian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518385988.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shammassian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shammassian
What is Dr. Berje Shammassian's specialty?
Dr. Shammassian is a Neurosurgeon near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Shammassian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Berje Shammassian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shammassian is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans, West Jefferson Medical Center. 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 Berje Shammassian accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Berje Shammassian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Berje Shammassian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shammassian's office at (504) 568-2582 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Berje Shammassian?
Please contact Dr. Shammassian's office at (504) 568-2582 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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