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Dr. Shawn Wright, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist

Phoenix, AZ

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wright, Critical Care Internist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Shawn Wright, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Wright graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wright is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (602) 274-7195.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wright?

    Dr. Shawn Wright, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist 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. Wright empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix, AZ community, Dr. Wright is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University

    What languages does Dr. Wright speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Wright typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Wright typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shawn Wright may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 274-7195 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Wright in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Shawn Wright's Primary Practice

    3330 N 2nd St Ste 300

    Phoenix, AZ 85012

    (602) 274-7195

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    Dr. Shawn Wright's Practice 2

    9060 E Via Linda Ste 250

    Scottsdale, AZ 85258

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

    Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598774663.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?

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

    What is Dr. Shawn Wright's specialty?

    Dr. Wright is a Critical Care Internist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Shawn Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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. Shawn Wright accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Wright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Wright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (602) 274-7195 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Wright?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (602) 274-7195 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Wright's offices are located in Phoenix, AZ and Scottsdale, AZ.