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Dr. Eric Shakespeare, MD
Allentown, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shakespeare, Pulmonologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Eric Shakespeare, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shakespeare completed his residency at Albert Einstein Coll Med. Dr. Shakespeare is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shakespeare’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shakespeare’s office.
Where did Dr. Shakespeare go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Coll Med
Is Dr. Shakespeare board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Shakespeare, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shakespeare speak?
Dr. Shakespeare and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shakespeare treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shakespeare 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. Shakespeare. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Also known as:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Shakespeare perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Shakespeare may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shakespeare's office.
Does Dr. Shakespeare accept my insurance?
Dr. Shakespeare accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shakespeare accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Shakespeare 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 Third Party
American Postal Workers Union APWU
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Independent Health
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Shakespeare's office located?
Dr. Eric Shakespeare's Primary Practice
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 205
Allentown, PA 18103
Dr. Eric Shakespeare's Practice 3
325 W Germantown Pike Ste 301
Norristown, PA 19403
(610) 275-2446
What is Dr. Shakespeare's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shakespeare's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225291198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shakespeare?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shakespeare
What is Dr. Eric Shakespeare's specialty?
Dr. Shakespeare is a Pulmonologist near Allentown, PA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Shakespeare to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Shakespeare affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shakespeare is affiliated with St. Luke's Grand View Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, PA 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 Eric Shakespeare accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Shakespeare is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Shakespeare offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shakespeare's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Shakespeare?
Please contact Dr. Shakespeare's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Shakespeare have?
Dr. Eric Shakespeare is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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