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Dr. Shannon Schwenke

Anesthesiologist

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schwenke, Anesthesiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Shannon Schwenke is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schwenke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwenke’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwenke’s office at (713) 798-4951.

    What languages does Dr. Schwenke speak?

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

    • English

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schwenke typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shannon Schwenke may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schwenke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schwenke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-4951 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schwenke accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Schwenke in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Central Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schwenke's office located?

    Dr. Shannon Schwenke's Primary Practice

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (713) 798-4951

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    Dr. Shannon Schwenke's Practice 2

    2540 East St

    Concord, CA 94520

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    Dr. Shannon Schwenke's Practice 3

    2000 Mowry Ave

    Fremont, CA 94538

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

    Dr. Schwenke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619504230.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwenke?

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

    What is Dr. Shannon Schwenke's specialty?

    Dr. Schwenke is an Anesthesiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Shannon Schwenke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schwenke is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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 Dr. Shannon Schwenke accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shannon Schwenke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shannon Schwenke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schwenke's office at (713) 798-4951 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shannon Schwenke?

    Please contact Dr. Schwenke's office at (713) 798-4951 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schwenke's office located?

    Dr. Schwenke's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA, Concord, CA, and Fremont, CA.