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Dr. Thomas Shahwan, MD

Physiatrist, Orthopedic Surgeon

Kalamazoo, MI

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shahwan, Physiatrist in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Thomas Shahwan, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Shahwan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shahwan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shahwan’s office at (269) 273-8471.

    What languages does Dr. Shahwan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shahwan typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shahwan 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. Shahwan. 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:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shahwan typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Shahwan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shahwan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shahwan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 273-8471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shahwan accept in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Shahwan in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corewell Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shahwan's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Shahwan's Primary Practice

    601 John St Ste 124

    Kalamazoo, MI 49007

    (269) 273-8471

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    100 Mary Free Bed Med Gp

    235 Wealthy St SE Ste 100

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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    Dr. Thomas Shahwan's Practice 3

    715 S Health Parkway

    Three Rivers, MI 49093

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

    Dr. Shahwan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366420366.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shahwan?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Shahwan's specialty?

    Dr. Shahwan is a Physiatrist near Kalamazoo, MI.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Thomas Shahwan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shahwan is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Lakeview 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Thomas Shahwan accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Shahwan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Shahwan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shahwan's office at (269) 273-8471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Shahwan?

    Please contact Dr. Shahwan's office at (269) 273-8471 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shahwan's office located?

    Dr. Shahwan's offices are located in Kalamazoo, MI, Grand Rapids, MI, and Three Rivers, MI.