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Dr. Andrew Shen, MD

Anesthesiologist

Waterloo, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shen, Anesthesiologist in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Andrew Shen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (319) 272-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Shen speak?

    Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shen typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shen typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 272-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Waterloo, IA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St

    Waterloo, IA 50702

    (319) 272-5000

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    Dr. Andrew Shen's Practice 2

    2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 411

    Waterloo, IA 50702

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    Dr. Andrew Shen's Practice 3

    701 10th St SE # J

    Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shen affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center,Waterloo, IA
    Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center,Cedar Falls, IA

    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 1538423231.

    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. Andrew Shen's specialty?

    Dr. Shen is an Anesthesiologist near Waterloo, IA.

    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 Dr. Andrew Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Ia 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Andrew Shen accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?

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

    Does Dr. Andrew Shen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (319) 272-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Shen?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (319) 272-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Shen's offices are located in Waterloo, IA and Cedar Rapids, IA.