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Dr. Brian Shih, MD

Valley Village, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shih, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Valley Village, CA?

    Dr. Brian Shih, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Valley Village, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shih completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shih is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shih’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shih’s office at (818) 986-0200.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Shih board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Shih, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Shih speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shih typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shih 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. Shih. 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shih typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shih 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. Shih. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Shih accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 986-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shih accept in Valley Village, CA?

    Dr. Shih in Valley Village, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shih's office located?

    Dr. Brian Shih's Primary Practice

    12626 Riverside Dr Ste 302

    Valley Village, CA 91607

    (818) 986-0200

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    Dr. Brian Shih's Practice 2

    17525 Ventura Blvd Ste 203

    Encino, CA 91316

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    Dr. Brian Shih's Practice 3

    3413 W Pacific Ave Ste 100

    Burbank, CA 91505

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

    Dr. Shih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063483162.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shih?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Shih's specialty?

    Dr. Shih is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Valley Village, CA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is this Dr. Brian Shih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shih is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. 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 Brian Shih accepting new patients in Valley Village, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Shih is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Shih offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (818) 986-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Shih?

    Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (818) 986-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Shih have?

    Dr. Brian Shih is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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