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Dr. Wen Shen, MD

Poughkeepsie, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shen, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Dr. Wen Shen, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shen completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Shen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (845) 454-0120.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shen?

    Dr. Wen Shen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Poughkeepsie/NY 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?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Shen board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Wen Shen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    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 Foot and Ankle Surgeon, 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:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Left Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot
    • M79672: Pain in left foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
    • Ankle Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S82852D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot

    What procedures does Dr. Shen perform?

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Non-Surgical Heel Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Broken Ankle Treatment (Without Manipulation)
    • Closed Talus Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
    • Closed Calcaneal Fracture Treatment
    • Heel Bone Fracture Care
    • Calcaneus Fracture Non-Surgical
    • Broken Heel Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
    • Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture Treatment
    • Ankle Fracture Management
    • Non-Manipulative Ankle Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Talus Fracture Immobilization
    • Broken Ankle Bone Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
    • 28400: Closed treatment of calcaneal fracture; without manipulation
    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
    • 27808: Closed treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli or medial and posterior malleoli); without manipulation
    • 28430: Closed treatment of talus fracture; without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Treatment of Medial Malleolus Fracture (No Manipulation)
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Care
    • Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Inner Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Medial Malleolus Fracture Care
    • Ankle Fracture Non-Surgical Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
    • 27760: Closed treatment of medial malleolus fracture; without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Reduction
    • Broken Ankle Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27822: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; without fixation of posterior lip

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendon Repair
    • Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
    • Open Achilles Repair
    • Percutaneous Achilles Repair
    • Heel Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;

    Also known as:

    • Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
    • Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Metatarsal Fixation
    • Broken Foot Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

    Also known as:

    • Midfoot Joint Dislocation Repair
    • Tarsometatarsal joint dislocation open reduction
    • Lisfranc injury repair
    • Midfoot dislocation surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28615: Open treatment of tarsometatarsal joint dislocation, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Application of Short Leg Splint
    • Calf to Foot Splint
    • Lower Leg Splinting
    • Short Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Infection Removal
    • Tarsal Bone Excision
    • Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
    • Partial Foot Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment
    • Tarsal fracture treatment
    • Foot fracture repair without manipulation
    • Broken foot bone care

    CPT Codes:

    • 28450: Treatment of tarsal bone fracture (except talus and calcaneus); without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ligament Repair
    • Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Ligament Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 454-0120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Wen Shen's Primary Practice

    1910 South Rd

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

    (845) 454-0120

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    Dr. Wen Shen's Practice 2

    918 Ulster Ave

    Kingston, NY 12401

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    Dr. Wen Shen's Practice 3

    6511 Spring Brook Ave

    Rhinebeck, NY 12572

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wen Shen?

    Dr. Shen has appointments available at his Poughkeepsie, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    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 1801813308.

    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. Wen Shen's specialty?

    Dr. Shen is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Poughkeepsie, NY. Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for children’s foot and ankle conditions. Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center 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

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    Is Wen Shen accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Wen Shen offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shen, or call (845) 454-0120 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Wen Shen?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (845) 454-0120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wen Shen have?

    Dr. Wen Shen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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