36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shen, Neurologist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Wayne Shen, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Shen completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neurology; Ucla Med Ctr, Neurology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (831) 757-2058.
Where did Dr. Shen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Neurology; Ucla Med Ctr, Neurology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
Is Dr. Shen board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Wayne Shen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Shen speak?
Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Shen typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cervicogenic Headache
- Chronic Tension Headache
- Headache
- Neck Headache
- Headache from Neck Pain
- Persistent Tension Headache
- Daily Tension Headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4486: Cervicogenic headache
- G44221: Chronic tension-type headache, intractable
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Shen typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Wayne Shen may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Shen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 757-2058 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Shen in Salinas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Montage Health
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Shen's office located?
What is Dr. Shen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972541258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shen
What is Dr. Wayne Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Neurologist near Salinas, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Wayne Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wayne Shen accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Wayne Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wayne Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (831) 757-2058 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wayne Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (831) 757-2058 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wayne Shen have?
Dr. Wayne Shen is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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