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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shapiro, Family Medicine Specialist in Hawthorne, CA?
Dr. Max Shapiro, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hawthorne, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shapiro graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine. He is a member of the Providence Medical Institute and Axminster Medical Group. 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 (310) 670-3255.
Where did Dr. Shapiro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals | U.C.L.A. Medical Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Shapiro board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Max Shapiro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shapiro typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shapiro typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shapiro 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. 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:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?
Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 670-3255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Hawthorne, CA?
Dr. Shapiro in Hawthorne, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
City of Providence (RI)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?
Dr. Max Shapiro also offers virtual visits
Dr. Max Shapiro's Primary Practice
12618 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 670-3255
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Providence Medical Institute
Member
Axminster Medical Group
Member
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 1750382552.
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. Max Shapiro's specialty?
Dr. Shapiro is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hawthorne, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Max Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Max Shapiro accepting new patients in Hawthorne, CA?
Yes, Dr. Max Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Max Shapiro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (310) 670-3255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Max Shapiro?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (310) 670-3255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Max Shapiro have?
Dr. Max Shapiro is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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