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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shorshtein, Anesthesiologist in Saint Peters, MO?
Dr. Alexander Shorshtein, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Peters, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Shorshtein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shorshtein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shorshtein’s office at (814) 371-2200.
Is Dr. Shorshtein board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shorshtein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Shorshtein speak?
Dr. Shorshtein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shorshtein typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shorshtein 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. Shorshtein. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shorshtein typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shorshtein 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. Shorshtein. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Shorshtein accept my insurance?
Dr. Shorshtein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 371-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shorshtein accept in Saint Peters, MO?
Dr. Shorshtein in Saint Peters, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Essence Healthcare
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shorshtein's office located?
Dr. Alexander Shorshtein's Primary Practice
10 Hospital Dr
Saint Peters, MO 63376
(814) 371-2200
What is Dr. Shorshtein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shorshtein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215950399.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shorshtein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shorshtein
What is Dr. Alexander Shorshtein's specialty?
Dr. Shorshtein is a Anesthesiologist near Saint Peters, MO.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Alexander Shorshtein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shorshtein is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Christian 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
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Is Alexander Shorshtein accepting new patients in Saint Peters, MO?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shorshtein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Shorshtein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shorshtein's office at (814) 371-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Shorshtein?
Please contact Dr. Shorshtein's office at (814) 371-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Shorshtein have?
Dr. Alexander Shorshtein is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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