Alan Howard Shein, MD

Addiction Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology

Psychiatry & Neurology

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Alan Howard Shein, MD practices as part of a group addiction medicine psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Akron, OH. A Medical College of Pennsylvania graduate since 1983, he brings 43+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, depression, and anxiety.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Ohio
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 2 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in OHSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Akron43+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5378dNPPES updated 2011-08-15 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

444 N Main St 6th Floor, Akron, OH 44310-3110

Fax: (330) 379-8191
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+43%)75%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+41%)75%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Substance Use Disorders
75%

Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues

Tobacco Use Disorder
68%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-17%)53%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-7%)42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1983

    Medical College of Pennsylvania

  2. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAddiction Medicine in AkronAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A doctor of osteopathy board eligible/certified in the field of Psychiatry by the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry is able to obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine

Taxonomy: 2084A0401X

Education & Training

Medical College of Pennsylvania (Class of 1983)

Virtual Addiction Medicine Care With Alan Howard Shein

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Alan Howard Shein for blood pressure monitoring, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Akron required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alan Howard Shein

Dr. Shein is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Akron, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (330) 379-8190.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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