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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shields, Neurologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Robert Shields, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Shields graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at MetroHealth Medical Center Program. Dr. Shields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shields’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shields’s office at (216) 444-5559.
Where did Dr. Shields go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: MetroHealth Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shields board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shields, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Shields speak?
Dr. Shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shields treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shields 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. Shields. 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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Progressive Nerve Damage of Unknown Cause
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Progressive Peripheral Neuropathy
- Nerve Damage without Known Cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
- G603: Idiopathic progressive neuropathy
Also known as:
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Multiple System Atrophy
- Arrhythmia
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Multiple system atrophy
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
- MSA
- Shy-Drager syndrome
- Degenerative autonomic disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
- G903: Multi-system degeneration of the autonomic nervous system
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Skin Sensation Problems
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Abnormal Skin Sensations
- Unusual Skin Feelings
- Disturbed Skin Sensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R208: Other disturbances of skin sensation
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
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:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Left Arm Pain
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left arm
- Left arm discomfort
- Sore left arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79602: Pain in left arm
Which procedures does Dr. Shields perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Shields may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shields' office.
Does Dr. Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-5559 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shields accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Shields in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
Molina
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shields' office located?
What is Dr. Shields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427094002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shields
What is Dr. Robert Shields's specialty?
Dr. Shields is a Neurologist near Cleveland, OH.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Shields to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Shields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shields is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview 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 Robert Shields accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (216) 444-5559 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Shields?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (216) 444-5559 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Shields have?
Dr. Robert Shields is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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