Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shang, Vascular Surgeon in Allentown, PA?
Where did Dr. Shang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools
What languages does Dr. Shang speak?
Dr. Shang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Shang typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Shang 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. Shang. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Shang typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Shang 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. Shang. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Stent Placement
- Femoral Artery Stenting
- Popliteal Artery Stenting
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Shang accept my insurance?
Dr. Shang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 461-1150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shang accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Shang in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Shang's office located?
Dr. Eric Shang's Primary Practice
1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 301
Allentown, PA 18103
(440) 461-1150
What hospitals are Dr. Shang affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shang has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shang's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942462262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shang