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Dr. John Shinners, MD

Saginaw, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shinners, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saginaw, MI?

    Dr. John Shinners, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saginaw, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shinners is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shinners’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shinners’s office at (269) 337-4600.

    What languages does Dr. Shinners speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shinners typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shinners 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. Shinners. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shinners typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Shinners may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shinners' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shinners accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shinners accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 337-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shinners accept in Saginaw, MI?

    Dr. Shinners in Saginaw, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Shinners' office located?

    Dr. John Shinners' Primary Practice

    900 Cooper Ave

    Saginaw, MI 48602

    (269) 337-4600

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    Dr. John Shinners' Practice 2

    400 Hobart St

    Cadillac, MI 49601

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    Dr. John Shinners' Practice 3

    1100 E Michigan Ave

    Grayling, MI 49738

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

    Dr. Shinners's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497321616.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shinners?

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

    What is Dr. John Shinners's specialty?

    Dr. Shinners is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saginaw, MI.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. John Shinners affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shinners is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland, Henry Ford Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 John Shinners accepting new patients in Saginaw, MI?

    Yes, Dr. John Shinners is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Shinners offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shinners's office at (269) 337-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Shinners?

    Please contact Dr. Shinners's office at (269) 337-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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