Dr. John Shuster, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Spokane, WA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Shuster, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Spokane, WA?

Dr. John Shuster, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Shuster graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Shuster is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shuster’s office at (509) 344-2663.

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

Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

Is Dr. Shuster board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. John Shuster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Shuster speak?

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

English
German

What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Shuster typically treat?

As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Shuster 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. Shuster. 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:

Joint Fusion Status
Surgical Joint Fusion
Arthrodesis History
Fused Joint

ICD-10 Codes:

Z981: Arthrodesis status

Also known as:

Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
Lower Back Spinal Slip

ICD-10 Codes:

M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region

Also known as:

Lower Back Disc Degeneration
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
Worn Lumbar Discs
Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

ICD-10 Codes:

M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

Also known as:

Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

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:

Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
Back Pain
Sciatica
Left Lumbago and Sciatica
Left Back and Leg Pain
Left Sciatic Back Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Shuster typically perform?

As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. John Shuster may include:

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

Does Dr. Shuster accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Shuster's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Shuster's office located?

Dr. John Shuster's Primary Practice

601 W 5th Ave Ste 400

Spokane, WA 99204

(509) 344-2663

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Dr. John Shuster's Practice 2

9310 N Division St

Spokane, WA 99218

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

Dr. Shuster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710955307.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shuster?

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

What is Dr. John Shuster's specialty?

Dr. Shuster is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Spokane, WA.

What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?

Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.

Is Dr. John Shuster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Shuster is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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