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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shin, Pulmonologist in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Stephanie Shin, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shin’s office at (760) 230-8994.
What languages does Dr. Shin speak?
Dr. Shin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shin treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shin 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. Shin. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Severe Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Systemic Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Which procedures does Dr. Shin perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Stephanie Shin may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shin's office.
Does Dr. Shin accept my insurance?
Dr. Shin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 230-8994 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shin accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Shin in Encinitas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
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Where is Dr. Shin's office located?
What is Dr. Shin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023317286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shin
What is Dr. Stephanie Shin's specialty?
Dr. Shin is a Pulmonologist near Encinitas, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Shin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephanie Shin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shin is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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
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Is Stephanie Shin accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Shin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephanie Shin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (760) 230-8994 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephanie Shin?
Please contact Dr. Shin's office at (760) 230-8994 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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