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Dr. Steve Shay, MD

Anesthesiologist

Flushing, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shay, Anesthesiologist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Steve Shay, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Shay completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Anesthesiology; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shay is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shay’s office at (718) 445-0200.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Anesthesiology; Hosp Of St Raphael, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Sun Yat Sen University Of Med Science Guangzhou China

    Is Dr. Shay board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Shay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Shay speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shay typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shay 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. Shay. 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:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shay typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Steve Shay may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 445-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shay accept in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Shay in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shay's office located?

    Dr. Steve Shay's Primary Practice

    15408 Northern Blvd Ste 2K

    Flushing, NY 11354

    (718) 445-0200

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    Dr. Steve Shay's Practice 2

    374 Stockholm St

    Brooklyn, NY 11237

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    Dr. Steve Shay's Practice 3

    1545 Atlantic Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11213

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

    Dr. Shay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548203953.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shay?

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

    What is Dr. Steve Shay's specialty?

    Dr. Shay is an Anesthesiologist near Flushing, NY.

    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 Dr. Steve Shay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shay is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center, The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Steve Shay accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Shay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steve Shay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shay's office at (718) 445-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steve Shay?

    Please contact Dr. Shay's office at (718) 445-0200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shay's office located?

    Dr. Shay's offices are located in Flushing, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steve Shay have?

    Dr. Steve Shay is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.