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Dr. James Shaver

Pediatrician

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shaver, Pediatrician in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. James Shaver is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Shaver graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Shaver is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaver’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shaver speak?

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

    • English
    • German

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shaver typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shaver 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. Shaver. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Childhood Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Rare pediatric lung conditions
    • Uncommon children's lung diseases
    • Other pediatric ILD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J84848: Other interstitial lung diseases of childhood

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shaver typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. James Shaver may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shaver accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shaver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shaver accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Shaver in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Shaver's office located?

    Dr. James Shaver's Primary Practice

    6343 Penn Ave Ste 201

    Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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

    Dr. Shaver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174526032.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaver?

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

    What is Dr. James Shaver's specialty?

    Dr. Shaver is a Pediatrician near Pittsburgh, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. James Shaver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Shaver 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Dr. James Shaver accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. James Shaver is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Shaver offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shaver's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Shaver?

    Please contact Dr. Shaver's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shaver's office located?

    Dr. Shaver's office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.