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Dr. Shekyla Scott, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scott, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Shekyla Scott, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Scott is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scott’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scott’s office at (813) 870-4000.

    Is Dr. Scott board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shekyla Scott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Scott speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scott typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scott 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. Scott. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scott typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shekyla Scott may include:

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

    Does Dr. Scott accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 870-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scott accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Scott in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Trinity Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Scott's office located?

    Dr. Shekyla Scott's Primary Practice

    3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33607

    (813) 870-4000

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    Dr. Shekyla Scott's Practice 2

    206 2nd St E

    Bradenton, FL 34208

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    Dr. Shekyla Scott's Practice 3

    5008 E State Road 64

    Bradenton, FL 34208

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    What hospitals are Dr. Scott affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Scott has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Adventhealth Riverview,Riverview, FL
    Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus,Tampa, FL
    Hca Florida South Shore Hospital,Sun City Center, FL

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

    Dr. Scott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942476676.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scott?

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

    What is Dr. Shekyla Scott's specialty?

    Dr. Scott is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tampa, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Shekyla Scott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scott is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Hca Florida Brandon Hospital, Tampa General Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine 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 Dr. Shekyla Scott accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Shekyla Scott is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shekyla Scott offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (813) 870-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shekyla Scott?

    Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (813) 870-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Scott's office located?

    Dr. Scott's offices are located in Tampa, FL and Bradenton, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shekyla Scott have?

    Dr. Shekyla Scott is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.