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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shawcross, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Federal Way, WA?
Dr. Dustin Shawcross, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Federal Way, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shawcross is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shawcross’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shawcross’s office at (253) 838-6180.
Is Dr. Shawcross board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dustin Shawcross, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shawcross speak?
Dr. Shawcross and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shawcross typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shawcross 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. Shawcross. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shawcross typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dustin Shawcross may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shawcross' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shawcross accept my insurance?
Dr. Shawcross accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 838-6180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shawcross accept in Federal Way, WA?
Dr. Shawcross in Federal Way, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shawcross' office located?
Dr. Dustin Shawcross' Primary Practice
505 S 336th St Ste 600
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 838-6180
What is Dr. Shawcross's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shawcross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043399975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shawcross?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shawcross
What is Dr. Dustin Shawcross's specialty?
Dr. Shawcross is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Federal Way, WA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Dustin Shawcross affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shawcross is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, St. Michael 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Dustin Shawcross accepting new patients in Federal Way, WA?
Yes, Dr. Dustin Shawcross is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dustin Shawcross offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shawcross's office at (253) 838-6180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dustin Shawcross?
Please contact Dr. Shawcross's office at (253) 838-6180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dustin Shawcross have?
Dr. Dustin Shawcross is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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