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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shung, Gastroenterologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Dennis Shung, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shung is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shung’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shung’s office at (203) 384-3235.
What languages does Dr. Shung speak?
Dr. Shung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shung typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shung 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. Shung. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shung typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dennis Shung may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shung accept my insurance?
Dr. Shung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 384-3235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shung accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Shung in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shung's office located?
Dr. Dennis Shung's Primary Practice
40 Temple St Ste 1A1
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 384-3235
What is Dr. Shung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235540816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shung
What is Dr. Dennis Shung's specialty?
Dr. Shung is a Gastroenterologist near New Haven, CT.
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. Dennis Shung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shung is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Lawrence & Memorial 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 a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dennis Shung accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Shung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis Shung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shung's office at (203) 384-3235 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dennis Shung?
Please contact Dr. Shung's office at (203) 384-3235 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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