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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 here.
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:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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
Unknown
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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
What is Dr. Shahwan's NPI number?An 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 this 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
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Is 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 Thomas Shahwan?
Please contact Dr. Shahwan's office at (269) 273-8471 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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