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Dr. Nestor Shust, MD

Dr. Nestor Shust, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Washington, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shust, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, MO?

    Dr. Nestor Shust, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shust graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Osf St Francis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shust is fluent in English, German, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shust’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shust’s office at (636) 239-8011.

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

    • Fellowship: Akron General Medical Center - Medicine

    • Residency: Osf St Francis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | St. Francis Medical Center - Medicine | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Shust board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nestor Shust, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shust speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Russian

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shust typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shust 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. Shust. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shust typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nestor Shust may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shust's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shust accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shust accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 239-8011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shust accept in Washington, MO?

    Dr. Shust in Washington, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Shust's office located?

    Dr. Nestor Shust's Primary Practice

    901 Patients First Dr

    Washington, MO 63090

    (636) 239-8011

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    Dr. Nestor Shust's Practice 2

    901 E 5th St

    Washington, MO 63090

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    Dr. Nestor Shust's Practice 3

    434 N West St

    Perryville, MO 63775

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

    Dr. Shust's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346283066.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shust?

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

    What is Dr. Nestor Shust's specialty?

    Dr. Shust is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, MO.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Nestor Shust affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shust is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Washington, Mercy Hospital Lincoln, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo, Mercy Hospital South, Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Nestor Shust accepting new patients in Washington, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Nestor Shust is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nestor Shust offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shust's office at (636) 239-8011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nestor Shust?

    Please contact Dr. Shust's office at (636) 239-8011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shust's office located?

    Dr. Shust's offices are located in Washington, MO and Perryville, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nestor Shust have?

    Dr. Nestor Shust is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.