21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shen, Surgical Oncologist in Pasadena, CA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shen?
Dr. Jeannie Shen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer Risk Assessment, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pasadena, CA community, Dr. Shen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Of Texas Houston Med School Houston Tx
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery | Uc San Diego | University of California
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Shen speak?
Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Chinese
- English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Shen typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Breast Cancer
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Shen typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Superficial Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Lymph Gland Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial
Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 356-3167 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Shen in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shen's office located?
Dr. Jeannie Shen's Primary Practice
625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 100
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 356-3167
What hospitals are Dr. Shen affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609969211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shen