Wayne Shen, MD

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

(831) 757-2058Salinas, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Wayne Shen, MD has been part of the Salinas medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of Michigan Medical School (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 884 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in CASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Salinas43+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4352dNPPES updated 2014-06-06 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1033 Los Palos Dr, Salinas, CA 93901-3916

Fax: (831) 757-0232
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, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+10%)44%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
27%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)26%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — 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

    University of Michigan Medical School

  2. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.

Taxonomy: 2084N0400X

Education & Training

University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 1983)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 4363 #1, Salinas, CA 93912-4363

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Wayne Shen

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Wayne Shen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Salinas required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wayne Shen

NPI records show Dr. Shen as active with telehealth listed in Salinas, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (831) 757-2058.

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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