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35 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Shaw, Family Medicine Specialist in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. John Shaw, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaw completed his residency at Maine Med Ctr, General Surgery; Maine Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shaw is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaw’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaw’s office.
Where did Dr. Shaw go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maine Med Ctr, General Surgery; Maine Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Shaw board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Shaw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaw speak?
Dr. Shaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shaw typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Bladder Inflammation
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Cystitis
- Bladder Infection
- Painful Bladder
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6592: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, left ear
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shaw typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Shaw may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shaw's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw accept in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Shaw in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shaw's office located?
What is Dr. Shaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396899845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaw
What is Dr. John Shaw's specialty?
Dr. Shaw is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bellingham, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. John Shaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shaw is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center, Skagit Valley Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 John Shaw accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?
Yes, Dr. John Shaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Shaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaw's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Shaw?
Please contact Dr. Shaw's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Shaw have?
Dr. John Shaw is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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3015 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 100
Bellingham, WA 98225