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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shack, Family Medicine Specialist in Canton, GA?
Dr. Richard Shack, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Canton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Shack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shack’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shack’s office at (770) 442-1911.
Is Dr. Shack board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Shack, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shack speak?
Dr. Shack and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shack treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shack 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. Shack. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shack perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Shack may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shack's office.
Does Dr. Shack accept my insurance?
Dr. Shack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 442-1911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shack accept in Canton, GA?
Dr. Shack in Canton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shack's office located?
Dr. Richard Shack's Primary Practice
1495 Hickory Flat Hwy Ste 100
Canton, GA 30115
(770) 442-1911
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Shack?
Dr. Shack has appointments available at his Canton, GA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Shack's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942313572.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shack?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shack
What is Dr. Richard Shack's specialty?
Dr. Shack is a Family Medicine Specialist near Canton, GA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Shack to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Shack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shack is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Richard Shack accepting new patients in Canton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Shack is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Shack offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shack, or call (770) 442-1911 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Shack?
Please contact Dr. Shack's office at (770) 442-1911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Shack have?
Dr. Richard Shack is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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