Dr. Brian Shear, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Wheat Ridge, CO

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Shear, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wheat Ridge, CO?

Dr. Brian Shear, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wheat Ridge, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Shear graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Children's Hospital Of L A. Dr. Shear is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shear’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shear’s office at (303) 425-2087.

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

Residency: Children's Hospital Of L A
Medical School: University of California

What languages does Dr. Shear speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

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

Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
Pulled neck muscle
Cervical strain
Neck soft tissue strain

ICD-10 Codes:

S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

Also known as:

Head Injury
Head Injuries
Head Trauma
Cranial Injury
Brain Injury

ICD-10 Codes:

S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

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

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Shear may include:

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

Does Dr. Shear accept my insurance?

Dr. Shear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 425-2087 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Shear accept in Wheat Ridge, CO?

Dr. Shear in Wheat Ridge, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Intermountain Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Shear's office located?

Dr. Brian Shear's Primary Practice

8300 W 38th Ave

Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

(303) 425-2087

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Dr. Brian Shear's Practice 2

3280 S Wadsworth Blvd

Lakewood, CO 80227

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Dr. Brian Shear's Practice 3

7700 S Broadway

Littleton, CO 80122

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What hospitals are Dr. Shear affiliated with?

Dr. Shear has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Adventhealth Parker,Parker, CO

Adventhealth Littleton,Littleton, CO

Adventhealth Castle Rock,Castle Rock, CO

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

Dr. Shear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457393548.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shear?

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

What is Dr. Brian Shear's specialty?

Dr. Shear is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wheat Ridge, CO.

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. Brian Shear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Shear is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Parker, Adventhealth Littleton, Adventhealth Castle Rock. 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

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