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Dr. Shawn Guffin, MD

Foley, AL

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guffin, Anesthesiologist in Foley, AL?

    Dr. Shawn Guffin, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Foley, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Guffin completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Guffin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guffin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guffin’s office at (251) 965-5393.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Guffin board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Guffin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Guffin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Guffin treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Guffin 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. Guffin. 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:

    • 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
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Bunion
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Valgus
    • Big Toe Deformity
    • Foot Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot
    • M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal 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:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter

    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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    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:

    • Stiff Big Toe
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Rigidus
    • Big Toe Arthritis
    • Frozen Big Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot

    What procedures does Dr. Guffin perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Guffin 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. Guffin. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    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. Guffin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 965-5393 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guffin accept in Foley, AL?

    Dr. Guffin in Foley, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Auxiant

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Guffin's office located?

    Dr. Shawn Guffin's Primary Practice

    1613 N McKenzie St

    Foley, AL 36535

    (251) 965-5393

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    Dr. Shawn Guffin's Practice 2

    180 Parkwood Dr

    Elkin, NC 28621

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    Dr. Shawn Guffin's Practice 3

    2825 Randolph Rd

    Charlotte, NC 28211

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

    Dr. Guffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366432007.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guffin?

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

    What is Dr. Shawn Guffin's specialty?

    Dr. Guffin is a Anesthesiologist near Foley, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Guffin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shawn Guffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guffin is affiliated with Atrium Health Pineville which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Shawn Guffin accepting new patients in Foley, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Guffin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Guffin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guffin's office at (251) 965-5393 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shawn Guffin?

    Please contact Dr. Guffin's office at (251) 965-5393 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shawn Guffin have?

    Dr. Shawn Guffin is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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