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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shinton, Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Zak Shinton, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shinton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shinton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shinton’s office at (202) 715-4750.
What languages does Dr. Shinton speak?
Dr. Shinton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shinton typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shinton 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. Shinton. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky Mitral Valve from Rheumatic Fever
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I051: Rheumatic mitral insufficiency
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shinton typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shinton 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. Shinton. 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:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Shinton accept my insurance?
Dr. Shinton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shinton accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shinton in Chicago, IL 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shinton's office located?
What is Dr. Shinton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shinton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831686393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shinton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shinton
What is Dr. Zak Shinton's specialty?
Dr. Shinton is a Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL.
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 this Dr. Zak Shinton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shinton is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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
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Is Zak Shinton accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Zak Shinton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zak Shinton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shinton's office at (202) 715-4750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zak Shinton?
Please contact Dr. Shinton's office at (202) 715-4750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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