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Dr. Arlene Shawinsky, MD

Charleston, SC

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shawinsky, Pediatrician in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Arlene Shawinsky, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Shawinsky graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed her residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Pediatrics; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Shawinsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shawinsky’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shawinsky’s office at (843) 795-8100.

    Where did Dr. Shawinsky go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Pediatrics; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Med University Sc College Of Med | Medical University of South Carolina Program

    • Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Shawinsky board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Arlene Shawinsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Shawinsky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shawinsky treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shawinsky 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. Shawinsky. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms
    • Nasal Congestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Shawinsky perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Arlene Shawinsky may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shawinsky's office.

    Does Dr. Shawinsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shawinsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 795-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shawinsky accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Shawinsky in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Great West Life N Annuity Insurance Co

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shawinsky's office located?

    Dr. Arlene Shawinsky's Primary Practice

    1 Poston Rd Ste 110

    Charleston, SC 29407

    (843) 795-8100

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    Dr. Arlene Shawinsky's Practice 2

    776 Daniel Ellis Dr Ste 2A

    Charleston, SC 29412

    (843) 795-8100

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    Dr. Arlene Shawinsky's Practice 3

    2015 2nd Ave Ste 102

    Summerville, SC 29486

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

    Dr. Shawinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447204938.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shawinsky?

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

    What is Dr. Arlene Shawinsky's specialty?

    Dr. Shawinsky is a Pediatrician near Charleston, SC. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Shawinsky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arlene Shawinsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shawinsky is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center 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 Arlene Shawinsky accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Arlene Shawinsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arlene Shawinsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shawinsky's office at (843) 795-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arlene Shawinsky?

    Please contact Dr. Shawinsky's office at (843) 795-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arlene Shawinsky have?

    Dr. Arlene Shawinsky is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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