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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shen, Family Medicine Specialist in Taylorsville, UT?
Dr. Katherine Shen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Taylorsville, UT with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Shen graduated from University of Nevada, School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Shen is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (801) 955-2391.
Where did Dr. Shen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University Of Utah | University of Utah Program
Medical School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv | University of Nevada Reno | University of Nevada, School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Shen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shen speak?
Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shen typically treat?
As a Family Medicine 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Acute DVT
- Sudden Blood Clot in Leg Vein
- Acute Venous Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I82411: Acute embolism and thrombosis of right femoral vein
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shen typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Shen may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (801) 955-2391 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Taylorsville, UT?
Dr. Shen in Taylorsville, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
University of Utah
Unknown
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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 1578540357.
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. Katherine Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Taylorsville, UT.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Katherine Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center, St. Mark's Hospital - Salt Lake City, Ut 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Katherine Shen accepting new patients in Taylorsville, UT?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (801) 955-2391 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (801) 955-2391 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Shen have?
Dr. Katherine Shen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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