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Dr. Brian Shen, MD

Annapolis, MD

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shen, Internist in Annapolis, MD?

    Dr. Brian Shen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shen completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Dc Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (410) 571-7300.

    Where did Dr. Shen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Dc Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Shanghai First Med Coll- Shanghai- (Natl Shanghai M C) | Shanghai First Medical College / National Shanghai Medical College

    Is Dr. Shen board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Shen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    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 Dr. Shen treat?

    As a Internist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Allergy Desensitization
    • Allergy shots
    • Immunotherapy for allergies
    • Allergen desensitization therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z516: Encounter for desensitization to allergens

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Bleeding in the Brain from Injury
    • Head Injury with Bleeding
    • Intracerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S06360D: Traumatic hemorrhage of cerebrum, unspecified, without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Stroke
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Which procedures does Dr. Shen perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brian Shen may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shen's office.

    Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 571-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Annapolis, MD?

    Dr. Shen in Annapolis, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Brian Shen's Primary Practice

    888 Bestgate Rd

    Annapolis, MD 21401

    (410) 571-7300

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    Kaiser Permanente Medicare Enrollment

    2101 E Jefferson St

    Rockville, MD 20852

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    Dr. Brian Shen's Practice 3

    501 N Frederick Ave

    Gaithersburg, MD 20877

    (301) 258-7245

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    What is Dr. Shen's NPI number?An 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 1538232723.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shen

    What is Dr. Brian Shen's specialty?

    Dr. Shen is a Internist near Annapolis, MD.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Brian Shen accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Shen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Shen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (410) 571-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Shen?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (410) 571-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Shen have?

    Dr. Brian Shen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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