41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shafron, Neurosurgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. David Shafron, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Shafron graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Shafron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafron’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafron’s office at (602) 546-1000.
Where did Dr. Shafron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery | University of Florida Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shafron board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Shafron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Shafron speak?
Dr. Shafron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shafron treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shafron 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. Shafron. 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.
Also known as:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Athetoid Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Hemiplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting one side
- One-sided spastic paralysis
- Dyskinetic Cerebral Palsy
- CP with involuntary movements
- Athetosis CP
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
- G803: Athetoid cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Dystonia
- Muscle Spasm Disorder
- Involuntary Muscle Contractions
- Movement Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G249: Dystonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Malformation
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
- Spinal Cord Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord
Also known as:
- Syringomyelia
- Syrinx
- Spinal Cord Cyst
- Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Spasms
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lipoma in Other Body Areas
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor in various sites
- Benign fatty growth
- Lipoma in unusual locations
- Fatty lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1779: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of other sites
Also known as:
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage Device
- CSF Shunt
- Ventricular Shunt
- Hydrocephalus Device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z982: Presence of cerebrospinal fluid drainage device
Also known as:
- Chiari Malformation with Spina Bifida and Water on the Brain
- Chiari Malformation
- Hydrocephalus
- Spina Bifida
- Arnold-Chiari, Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus
- Complex Brain and Spine Birth Defect
- Chiari II with Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q0703: Arnold-Chiari syndrome with spina bifida and hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida
- Open Spine
- Neural Tube Defect
- Spinal Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
Does Dr. Shafron accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 546-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafron accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Shafron in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shafron's office located?
What is Dr. Shafron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881655223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafron
What is Dr. David Shafron's specialty?
Dr. Shafron is a Neurosurgeon near Phoenix, AZ. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Shafron to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Shafron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shafron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Phoenix Childrens Hospital - Main. 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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Is David Shafron accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. David Shafron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Shafron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafron's office at (602) 546-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Shafron?
Please contact Dr. Shafron's office at (602) 546-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Shafron have?
Dr. David Shafron is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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