Dr. Paul Shin, MD

Lafayette, IN

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Shin, Nephrologist in Lafayette, IN?

Dr. Paul Shin, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Shin completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Nephrology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shin is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shin’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shin’s office at (765) 446-5185.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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

Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Nephrology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Internal Medicine

Is Dr. Shin board certified as a Nephrologist?

Yes, Dr. Paul Shin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Shin speak?

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

English
Korean
Spanish

What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shin typically treat?

As a Nephrologist, 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.

Also known as:

Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
End-Stage Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ESRD
End-Stage Renal Failure
CKD Stage 3b
Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 3a
CKD Stage 4
Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 3

ICD-10 Codes:

I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
N186: End stage renal disease
N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

Also known as:

Acute Kidney Failure
Kidney Failure
Acute Renal Failure
Sudden Kidney Failure

ICD-10 Codes:

N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shin typically perform?

As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Shin may include:

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

Does Dr. Shin accept my insurance?

Dr. Shin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 446-5185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Shin accept in Lafayette, IN?

Dr. Shin in Lafayette, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Shin's office located?

Dr. Paul Shin's Primary Practice

114 Executive Dr Ste A

Lafayette, IN 47905

(765) 446-5185

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Flora Family Medicine

412 N Monroe St

Williamsport, IN 47993

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Dr. Paul Shin's Practice 3

166 Sagamore Pkwy W

West Lafayette, IN 47906

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What hospitals are Dr. Shin affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Shin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Iu Health Arnett Hospital,Lafayette, IN

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

What is Dr. Shin's NPI number?A 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 1821011594.

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. Paul Shin's specialty?

Dr. Shin is a Nephrologist near Lafayette, IN.

What does a Nephrologist do?

An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

Is Dr. Paul Shin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Shin is affiliated with Iu Health Arnett Hospital 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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