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Dr. Shaun Sheehan, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Altoona, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheehan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Altoona, PA?

    Dr. Shaun Sheehan, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sheehan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheehan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheehan’s office at (814) 889-2866.

    Is Dr. Sheehan board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shaun Sheehan, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sheehan speak?

    Dr. Sheehan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheehan typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sheehan 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. Sheehan. 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:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Screening
    • Abnormal BP Reading
    • Blood Pressure Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheehan typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shaun Sheehan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sheehan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheehan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 889-2866 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheehan accept in Altoona, PA?

    Dr. Sheehan in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • Tall Tree Administrators

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?

    Dr. Shaun Sheehan's Primary Practice

    620 Howard Ave

    Altoona, PA 16601

    (814) 889-2866

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    Dr. Shaun Sheehan's Practice 2

    100 Hospital Ave

    Du Bois, PA 15801

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    Dr. Shaun Sheehan's Practice 3

    1225 Warm Springs Ave

    Huntingdon, PA 16652

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    What is Dr. Sheehan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sheehan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346447885.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheehan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheehan

    What is Dr. Shaun Sheehan's specialty?

    Dr. Sheehan is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Altoona, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Shaun Sheehan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheehan is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Mount Nittany Medical Center, Upmc Altoona 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Shaun Sheehan accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Shaun Sheehan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shaun Sheehan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (814) 889-2866 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shaun Sheehan?

    Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (814) 889-2866 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?

    Dr. Sheehan's offices are located in Altoona, PA, Du Bois, PA, and Huntingdon, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shaun Sheehan have?

    Dr. Shaun Sheehan is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.