52 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shaw, Anesthesiologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Leon Shaw, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 52 years. Dr. Shaw completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Shaw is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaw’s office at (202) 448-4041.
Where did Dr. Shaw go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Medical School: University of Witwatersrand
What languages does Dr. Shaw speak?
Dr. Shaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shaw typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shaw typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shaw performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shaw. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Shaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 448-4041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaw accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shaw in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Shaw's office located?
What is Dr. Shaw's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841235009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaw
What is Dr. Leon Shaw's specialty?
Dr. Shaw is an Anesthesiologist near Washington, DC.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is Dr. Leon Shaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Shaw 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
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Is Dr. Leon Shaw accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Leon Shaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leon Shaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaw's office at (202) 448-4041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leon Shaw?
Please contact Dr. Shaw's office at (202) 448-4041 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Shaw's office located?
Dr. Shaw's offices are located in Washington, DC, Fairfax, VA, and Arcola, VA.
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