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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shin, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Alexander Shin, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shin graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery. Dr. Shin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shin’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Shin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Shin board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic 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 a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Shin typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Lesion
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Injury
- Brachial Plexus Palsy
- Arm Nerve Damage
- Shoulder Nerve Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S143XXA: Injury of brachial plexus, initial encounter
- S143XXD: Injury of brachial plexus, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Shin typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
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)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Forearm/Wrist Tendon Transfer
- Tendon Transplant (Arm/Wrist)
- Tendon Graft (Forearm)
- Flexor Tendon Transfer
- Extensor Tendon Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 25310: Tendon transplantation or transfer, flexor or extensor, forearm and/or wrist, single; each tendon
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:
- Nerve Biopsy
- Peripheral nerve biopsy
- Nerve tissue sample
- Diagnostic nerve sampling
CPT Codes:
- 64795: Biopsy of nerve
Does Dr. Shin accept my insurance?
Dr. Shin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shin accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Shin in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1609849298.
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. Alexander Shin's specialty?
Dr. Shin is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Rochester, MN.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Alexander Shin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shin is affiliated with Mayo Clinic 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 Alexander Shin accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Shin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Shin?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Shin have?
Dr. Alexander Shin is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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