AS
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shapiro, Gynecologist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Alexander Shapiro, MD is a Gynecologist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Shapiro completed his residency at Cedars Sinai Med Center and is currently affiliated with Emempla Good Samaritan Hospital Er. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (303) 338-4545.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shapiro?
Dr. Alexander Shapiro, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gynecologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shapiro empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Incontinence-Fecal, Incontinence-Urinary, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pelvic Floor Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver/CO community, Dr. Shapiro is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shapiro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars Sinai Med Center
What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?
Dr. Shapiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Shapiro treat?
As a Gynecologist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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:
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
- N3941: Urge incontinence
Also known as:
- Genitourinary System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-urinary tract surgery care
- Reproductive organ surgery aftercare
- Kidney surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48816: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse into Vagina
- Incomplete Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Cervix Disorder
- Fallen rectum
- Posterior vaginal wall prolapse
- Rectocele
- Partial uterine prolapse
- Incomplete uterine descent
- Uterovaginal prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N816: Rectocele
- N812: Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse
Also known as:
- Cystocele
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Fallen Bladder
- Bladder Prolapse
- Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8110: Cystocele, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3915: Urgency of urination
What procedures does Dr. Shapiro perform?
As a Gynecologist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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:
- Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
- Stress Incontinence Sling
- Urethral Sling Procedure
- Bladder Sling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Also known as:
- Rectocele Repair
- Posterior Colporrhaphy
- Repair of Rectal Prolapse
- Perineorrhaphy
CPT Codes:
- 57250: Posterior colporrhaphy, repair of rectocele with or without perineorrhaphy
Also known as:
- Vaginal Wall Repair (Front and Back)
- Anteroposterior colporrhaphy
- Cystocele and rectocele repair
- Vaginal prolapse repair
CPT Codes:
- 57260: Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed;
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Bladder Injection for Overactivity
- Bladder Chemodenervation
- Botox for Bladder
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
- Overactive Bladder Injection
CPT Codes:
- 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder
Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?
Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 338-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Shapiro in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CMS
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?
Dr. Alexander Shapiro's Primary Practice
2045 N Franklin St
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 338-4545
What is Dr. Shapiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790997443.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shapiro
What is Dr. Alexander Shapiro's specialty?
Dr. Shapiro is a Gynecologist near Denver, CO. A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with gynecologic conditions is dedicated to addressing a wide range of female reproductive health issues. Contact Dr. Shapiro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge 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 Alexander Shapiro accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Shapiro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Shapiro?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (303) 338-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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