
21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shi, Family Medicine Specialist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Carol Shi, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Shi graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Ucla Sch Of Med, Family Practice. Dr. Shi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shi’s office at (949) 718-9020.
Where did Dr. Shi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Sch Of Med, Family Practice | UCLA School Of Med | Santa Monica-UCLA
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shi board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carol Shi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shi speak?
Dr. Shi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shi typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shi 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. Shi. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shi typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shi 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. Shi. 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
Does Dr. Shi accept my insurance?
Dr. Shi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 718-9020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shi accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Shi in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shi's office located?
Dr. Carol Shi's Primary Practice
1441 Avocado Ave Ste 503
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 718-9020
What is Dr. Shi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033151402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shi
What is Dr. Carol Shi's specialty?
Dr. Shi is a Family Medicine Specialist near Newport Beach, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Carol Shi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shi is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carol Shi accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carol Shi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Shi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shi's office at (949) 718-9020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Shi?
Please contact Dr. Shi's office at (949) 718-9020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carol Shi have?
Dr. Carol Shi is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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