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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shao, Gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Elaine Shao, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shao’s office at (314) 362-1700.
What languages does Dr. Shao speak?
Dr. Shao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shao typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shao typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Shao accept my insurance?
Dr. Shao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shao accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Shao in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Northwell Health
Other Health Care Provider
Premera Blue Cross
Truman Medical Centers
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shao's office located?
Dr. Elaine Shao's Primary Practice
1101 Madison St Ste 301
Seattle, WA 98104
(314) 362-1700
What is Dr. Shao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104276674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shao
What is Dr. Elaine Shao's specialty?
Dr. Shao is a Gastroenterologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Elaine Shao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shao is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Harbor Regional Health Community Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus 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 a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elaine Shao accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Elaine Shao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elaine Shao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (314) 362-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elaine Shao?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (314) 362-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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