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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shin, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Robert Shin, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shin completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Shin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shin’s practice accepts Medicare, Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shin’s office at (510) 785-6100.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shin?
Dr. Robert Shin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Honolulu, HI community, Dr. Shin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Shin speak?
Dr. Shin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Shin typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
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:
- Trigger Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis
- Digital Tenosynovitis
- Finger Tendonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6530: Trigger finger, unspecified finger
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease
- Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Shin typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Does Dr. Shin accept my insurance?
Dr. Shin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 785-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shin accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Shin in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CMS
First Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Providence Medicare Advantage Plans
Quest
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Where is Dr. Shin's office located?
What is Dr. Shin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881677896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shin
What is Dr. Robert Shin's specialty?
Dr. Shin is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Honolulu, HI.
What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?
An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.
Is this Dr. Robert Shin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shin is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center 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
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Is Robert Shin accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Shin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (510) 785-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Shin?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (510) 785-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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