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Who is Dr. Shen, Rheumatologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lin Shen, MD, PHD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Shen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (415) 353-2497.
What languages does Dr. Shen speak?
Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Shen treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty arthritis
- Uric acid arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A9XX0: Chronic gout, unspecified, without tophus (tophi)
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Dermatomyositis
- Polymyositis
- Muscle Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3390: Dermatopolymyositis, unspecified, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shen perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lin Shen may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
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 (415) 353-2497 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Shen in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Indiana
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shen's office located?
Dr. Lin Shen's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave # U384
San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 353-2497
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 1518266006.
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. Lin Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Rheumatologist near San Francisco, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lin Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Lin Shen accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lin Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lin Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (415) 353-2497 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lin Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (415) 353-2497 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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