Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shen, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. John Paul Shen, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shen graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (713) 792-6161.
Where did Dr. Shen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Medical Oncologist
Is Dr. Shen board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Paul Shen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shen speak?
Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shen typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shen typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Paul Shen may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Shen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shen in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shen's office located?
What is Dr. Shen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386806131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shen
What is Dr. John Paul Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. John Paul Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Upmc Harrisburg, The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer 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 John Paul Shen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Paul Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Paul Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Paul Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Paul Shen have?
Dr. John Paul Shen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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