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Dr. Zihe Shan, MD

Brooklyn, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shan, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Zihe Shan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shan graduated from Zhongshan Medical University and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shan’s office at (718) 376-3383.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Sun Yat Sen University Of Med Science Guangzhou China | Zhongshan Medical University

    Is Dr. Shan board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Zihe Shan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shan speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shan treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Shan 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. Shan. 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Low Body Mass Index (BMI)
    • Body Weight
    • Underweight BMI
    • Low BMI in adults
    • BMI below 19.9

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z681: Body mass index [BMI] 19.9 or less, adult

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
    • Body Weight
    • BMI in healthy range
    • Normal adult BMI
    • Healthy weight BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Which procedures does Dr. Shan perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Zihe Shan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shan's office.

    Does Dr. Shan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 376-3383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shan accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Shan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • RiverSpring Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Villagecare

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    Where is Dr. Shan's office located?

    Dr. Zihe Shan's Primary Practice

    1508 Avenue U

    Brooklyn, NY 11229

    (718) 376-3383

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    Dr. Zihe Shan's Practice 2

    833 58th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

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    What is Dr. Shan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982662458.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shan

    What is Dr. Zihe Shan's specialty?

    Dr. Shan is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Shan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Zihe Shan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Zihe Shan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Zihe Shan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zihe Shan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shan's office at (718) 376-3383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Zihe Shan?

    Please contact Dr. Shan's office at (718) 376-3383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zihe Shan have?

    Dr. Zihe Shan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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