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Who is Dr. Shao, Otolaryngologist in Somerville, MA?
Dr. Weiru Shao, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Somerville, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shao completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Otolaryngology; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Shao is fluent in English, Chinese, Swahili, Tagalog, Thai, Urdu, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shao’s office at (617) 665-3580.
Where did Dr. Shao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Otolaryngology; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut
Is Dr. Shao board certified as an Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Weiru Shao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Shao speak?
Dr. Shao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Swahili
Tagalog
Thai
Urdu
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Shao typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Blocked Right Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
- Impacted Earwax Right Ear
- Excessive Right Earwax
- Right Earwax Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
- H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear
- H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Ear Pain in Both Ears
- Ear Disorder
- Pain
- Bilateral Earache
- Otalgia Both Sides
- Pain in Both Ears
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9203: Otalgia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Narrowed Ear Canal
- Ear Disorder
- Ear canal stenosis
- Blocked ear canal
- External ear canal narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H61303: Acquired stenosis of external ear canal, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Shao typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Shao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shao. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Mastoid Cavity Cleaning
- Mastoidectomy Debridement
- Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
- Mastoid Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69220: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, simple (eg, routine cleaning)
Does Dr. Shao accept my insurance?
Dr. Shao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 665-3580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shao accept in Somerville, MA?
Dr. Shao in Somerville, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Shao's office located?
What is Dr. Shao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164534343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shao
What is Dr. Weiru Shao's specialty?
Dr. Shao is a Otolaryngologist near Somerville, MA.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Weiru Shao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cha Cambridge 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
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Is Weiru Shao accepting new patients in Somerville, MA?
Yes, Dr. Weiru Shao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Weiru Shao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (617) 665-3580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Weiru Shao?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (617) 665-3580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Weiru Shao have?
Dr. Weiru Shao is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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