Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shapiro, Pediatrician in Norristown, PA?
Dr. Steven Shapiro, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Norristown, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Shapiro graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (215) 572-0425.
Where did Dr. Shapiro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania | University Of Adelaide, Faculty Of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Shapiro board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Steven Shapiro, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?
Dr. Shapiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shapiro typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shapiro typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Shapiro may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?
Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 572-0425 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Norristown, PA?
Dr. Shapiro in Norristown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?
Dr. Steven Shapiro's Primary Practice
160 W Germantown Pike Ste D2
Norristown, PA 19401
(215) 572-0425
What is Dr. Shapiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821097346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shapiro
What is Dr. Steven Shapiro's specialty?
Dr. Shapiro is a Pediatrician near Norristown, 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 this Dr. Steven Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Jefferson Abington 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 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 Steven Shapiro accepting new patients in Norristown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Shapiro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (215) 572-0425 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Shapiro?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (215) 572-0425 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Shapiro have?
Dr. Steven Shapiro is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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