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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shue, Endocrinologist in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Yi Brenda Shue, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Shue is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shue’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shue’s office at (240) 632-4000.
Is Dr. Shue board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Yi Brenda Shue, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shue speak?
Dr. Shue and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Shue typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Shue 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. Shue. 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:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Shue typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Shue 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. Shue. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- FNA Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy without Imaging
- Tissue Sample Collection
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10021: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, without imaging guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Shue accept my insurance?
Dr. Shue accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 632-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shue accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Shue in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Shue's office located?
Dr. Yi Brenda Shue's Primary Practice
655 Watkins Mill Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 632-4000
What is Dr. Shue's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shue's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396792610.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shue?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shue
What is Dr. Yi Brenda Shue's specialty?
Dr. Shue is a Endocrinologist near Gaithersburg, MD.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Yi Brenda Shue affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shue is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Frederick Health Hospital, Um Capital Region 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yi Brenda Shue accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Yi Brenda Shue is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yi Brenda Shue offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shue's office at (240) 632-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yi Brenda Shue?
Please contact Dr. Shue's office at (240) 632-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yi Brenda Shue have?
Dr. Yi Brenda Shue is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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