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Dr. Andrew Shen, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Alhambra, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alhambra, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Shen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alhambra, CA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Shen graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shen is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (626) 836-3020.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Emergency Medicine | Chas R Drew University Med and Science

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Shen board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Shen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Shen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 836-3020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Alhambra, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Medical Management

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Shen's Primary Practice

    100 S Raymond Ave

    Alhambra, CA 91801

    (626) 836-3020

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    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 1851469209.

    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 Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alhambra, CA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital 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. Andrew Shen accepting new patients in Alhambra, CA?

    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 (626) 836-3020 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 (626) 836-3020 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Shen's office is located in Alhambra, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Shen have?

    Dr. Andrew Shen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.