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Dr. Dwight Shen, MD

Martinez, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shen, Specialist in Martinez, CA?

    Dr. Dwight Shen, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Martinez, CA. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Shen graduated from School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Deaconess Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine; Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (925) 372-2126.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Deaconess Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine; Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | School of Medicine | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shen board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Dwight Shen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Shen typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Nerve Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Genetic Neuropathy
    • Idiopathic Neuropathy
    • Inherited Nerve Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 372-2126 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Martinez, CA?

    Dr. Shen in Martinez, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Care Network

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Dwight Shen's Primary Practice

    150 Muir Rd

    Martinez, CA 94553

    (925) 372-2126

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

    Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174509772.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?

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

    What is Dr. Dwight Shen's specialty?

    Dr. Shen is a Specialist near Martinez, CA.

    Is this Dr. Dwight Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: San Francisco VA Medical Center. 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Specialist. 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 Dwight Shen accepting new patients in Martinez, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dwight Shen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dwight Shen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (925) 372-2126 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dwight Shen?

    Please contact Dr. Shen's office at (925) 372-2126 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dwight Shen have?

    Dr. Dwight Shen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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