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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shen, Podiatrist in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Michael Shen is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (562) 866-4046.
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 Podiatrist, 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:
- Nail Dystrophy
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia
- Severe artery blockage pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70229: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, unspecified extremity
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Dry Skin
- Acquired Follicular Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Xerosis
- Dry skin condition
- Asteatotic eczema
- Darier's disease (acquired)
- Keratosis pilaris-like rash
- Follicular skin bumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L853: Xerosis cutis
- L110: Acquired keratosis follicularis
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
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:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Shen perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Shen 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. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 866-4046 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Shen in Lakewood, 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
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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 1366806291.
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. Michael Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Podiatrist near Lakewood, CA. A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy. Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, UCI Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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
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Is Michael Shen accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (562) 866-4046 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (562) 866-4046 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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