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Dr. Craig Shapiro, MD

Pueblo, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shapiro, Pulmonologist in Pueblo, CO?

    Dr. Craig Shapiro, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Pueblo, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shapiro graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Truman Med Ctr-West, Pulmonary Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (719) 564-1542.

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

    • Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Truman Med Ctr-West, Pulmonary Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine | Med College Va | University of Missouri at Kansas City Program

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Wales in Great Britain | University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shapiro board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Shapiro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Dr. Shapiro treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Shallow Breathing During Sleep from Other Condition
    • Idiopathic Sleep Hypoventilation
    • Central Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Secondary sleep hypoventilation
    • Underlying condition causing shallow breathing in sleep
    • Sleep-disordered breathing
    • Primary Alveolar Hypoventilation
    • Undiagnosed Sleep Breathing Problem
    • CSA
    • Brain-Related Sleep Apnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4736: Sleep related hypoventilation in conditions classified elsewhere
    • G4734: Idiopathic sleep related nonobstructive alveolar hypoventilation
    • G4731: Primary central sleep apnea

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Septic Shock
    • Sepsis
    • Shock
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 564-1542 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Pueblo, CO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?

    Dr. Craig Shapiro's Primary Practice

    1600 N Grand Ave Ste 140

    Pueblo, CO 81003

    (719) 564-1542

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    Dr. Craig Shapiro's Practice 2

    1925 E Orman Ave Ste 254

    Pueblo, CO 81004

    (719) 564-1542

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    Dr. Craig Shapiro's Practice 3

    1100 Carson Ave

    La Junta, CO 81050

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    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 1386638799.

    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. Craig Shapiro's specialty?

    Dr. Shapiro is a Pulmonologist near Pueblo, CO. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Shapiro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Craig Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

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    Is Craig Shapiro accepting new patients in Pueblo, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Shapiro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (719) 564-1542 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Shapiro?

    Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (719) 564-1542 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Shapiro have?

    Dr. Craig Shapiro is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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