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Dr. Lorena Shih, MD

Dr. Lorena Shih, MD

Pediatrician

Redmond, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shih, Pediatrician in Redmond, WA?

    Dr. Lorena Shih, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Redmond, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shih graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency at Pediatrics, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle. Dr. Shih is fluent in English, Chinese, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shih’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shih’s office at (425) 460-5601.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shih?

    Dr. Lorena Shih, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shih empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Redmond, WA community, Dr. Shih is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Pediatrics, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle

    • Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shih board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lorena Shih, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Shih speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Hindi
    • Telugu

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shih 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. Shih. 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:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Ear and Hearing Examination with Abnormal Findings
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam
    • Abnormal Hearing Test
    • Ear Exam with Issues
    • Hearing Problem Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
    • Z01118: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing with other abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lorena Shih may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shih accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 460-5601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shih accept in Redmond, WA?

    Dr. Shih in Redmond, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Administrators

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Microsoft

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shih's office located?

    Dr. Lorena Shih's Primary Practice

    7530 164th Ave NE Ste A215

    Redmond, WA 98052

    (425) 460-5601

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    Dr. Lorena Shih's Practice 2

    2700 Northup Way

    Bellevue, WA 98004

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shih affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shih has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Seattle Children's Hospital,Seattle, WA

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

    Dr. Shih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134113632.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shih?

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

    What is Dr. Lorena Shih's specialty?

    Dr. Shih is a Pediatrician near Redmond, WA.

    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. Lorena Shih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shih is affiliated with Evergreenhealth 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

    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. Lorena Shih accepting new patients in Redmond, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Lorena Shih is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lorena Shih offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (425) 460-5601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lorena Shih?

    Please contact Dr. Shih's office at (425) 460-5601 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shih's office located?

    Dr. Shih's offices are located in Redmond, WA and Bellevue, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lorena Shih have?

    Dr. Lorena Shih is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.