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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shen, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Elizabeth Shen, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shen speak?
Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shen treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases 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.
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Follicular Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
- H10433: Chronic follicular conjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chalazion
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Meibomian cyst
- Eyelid cyst
- Stye-like bump
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- H0015: Chalazion left lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pinguecula
- Eye Disease
- Eye Bump
- Yellow Eye Spot
- Conjunctival Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11153: Pinguecula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Side Effects from Cancer or Immune-Suppressing Drugs
- Drug Reactions
- Chemotherapy side effects
- Immunosuppressant reactions
- Adverse effects of cancer drugs
- Drug sensitivity to immune suppressants
ICD-10 Codes:
- T451X5D: Adverse effect of antineoplastic and immunosuppressive drugs, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Shen perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elizabeth Shen may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Shen in Irvine, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shen's office located?
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 1396124889.
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. Elizabeth Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Irvine, CA. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Elizabeth Shen accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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