24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shen, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Richardson, TX?
Dr. Yu-Min Shen, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Richardson, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Shen completed his residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Shen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office.
Where did Dr. Shen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UT Southwestern Medical Center, Hematology & Oncology
Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Shen board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yu-Min 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:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shen typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology 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:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg
- Pulmonary Embolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86718: Personal history of other venous thrombosis and embolism
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemophilia A
- Hemophilia
- Factor VIII Deficiency
- Classic Hemophilia
- Bleeder's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D66: Hereditary factor VIII deficiency
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shen typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Shen 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. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Richardson, TX?
Dr. Shen in Richardson, TX 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shen's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Eugene P. Frenkel Outstanding Teacher of the Year - UT Southwestern
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 1023077153.
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. Yu-Min Shen's specialty?
Dr. Shen is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Richardson, TX.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Yu-Min Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, United Regional Healthcare System, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology 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 Yu-Min Shen accepting new patients in Richardson, TX?
Yes, Dr. Yu-Min Shen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yu-Min Shen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yu-Min Shen?
Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yu-Min Shen have?
Dr. Yu-Min Shen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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