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Dr. Alexander Sheng, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Providence, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheng, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Alexander Sheng, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sheng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheng’s office at (617) 414-7757.

    What languages does Dr. Sheng speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheng typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sheng 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. Sheng. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol abuse with acute intoxication
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10120: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheng typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Sheng may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sheng's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sheng accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-7757 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheng accept in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Sheng in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Rhode Island

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sheng's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Sheng's Primary Practice

    593 Eddy St

    Providence, RI 02903

    (617) 414-7757

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    Dowling One South

    1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl # 1

    Boston, MA 02118

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    Dr. Alexander Sheng's Practice 3

    164 Summit Ave

    Providence, RI 02906

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    What is Dr. Sheng's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023332897.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheng?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Sheng's specialty?

    Dr. Sheng is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Providence, RI.

    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 Dr. Alexander Sheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheng is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma, Tufts Medical Center, Boston 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 Dr. Alexander Sheng accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Sheng is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Sheng offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheng's office at (617) 414-7757 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Sheng?

    Please contact Dr. Sheng's office at (617) 414-7757 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sheng's office located?

    Dr. Sheng's offices are located in Providence, RI and Boston, MA.