41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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. 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 as a 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 a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Shafron typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia
- CP with spastic diplegia
- Little's disease
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Shafron typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Shafron 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Implantable Pain Pump Placement
- Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
- Epidural Drug Pump Placement
- Programmable Pain Pump Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming
Also known as:
- Spinal Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
- Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
- Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
- Spinal Drug Delivery System
CPT Codes:
- 62350: Implantation, revision or repositioning of tunneled intrathecal or epidural catheter, for long-term medication administration via an external pump or implantable reservoir/infusion pump; without laminectomy
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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.
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Oscar Health
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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.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. David Shafron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafron is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Valleywise Health 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
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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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