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Dr. Henry Shiau, MD

Birmingham, AL

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    Who is Dr. Shiau, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Henry Shiau, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shiau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shiau’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shiau’s office at (205) 638-9100.

    What languages does Dr. Shiau speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shiau treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shiau 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. Shiau. 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:

    • High Liver Enzymes
    • ALT Blood Test
    • AST Test
    • Elevated ALT
    • Elevated AST
    • Abnormal liver function test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    Also known as:

    • Liver Disease
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Dubin-Johnson syndrome
    • Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
    • Jaundice cause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism

    Also known as:

    • Biliary Atresia
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Birth Defects
    • Blocked Bile Ducts at Birth
    • Congenital Bile Duct Blockage
    • Bile Duct Atresia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q442: Atresia of bile ducts

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Autoimmune hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Hepatitis
    • AIH
    • Autoimmune liver disease
    • Chronic autoimmune hepatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K754: Autoimmune hepatitis

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Which procedures does Dr. Shiau perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Does Dr. Shiau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shiau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shiau accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Shiau in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shiau's office located?

    Dr. Henry Shiau's Primary Practice

    1600 7th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    (205) 638-9100

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    Dr. Henry Shiau's Practice 2

    6701 Fannin St Ste 1010

    Houston, TX 77030

    (832) 822-3131

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    Dr. Henry Shiau's Practice 3

    1102 Bates Ave # 1450

    Houston, TX 77030

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

    Dr. Shiau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669890075.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shiau?

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

    What is Dr. Henry Shiau's specialty?

    Dr. Shiau is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Shiau to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Henry Shiau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shiau is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Pediatric Gastroenterologist with 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 Henry Shiau accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Henry Shiau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Henry Shiau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shiau's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Henry Shiau?

    Please contact Dr. Shiau's office at (205) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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