Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shipman, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Avon, CT?
Where did Dr. Shipman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shipman speak?
Dr. Shipman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Shipman typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shipman 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. Shipman. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
- Women's checkup with issues
- Pelvic exam, abnormal results
- OB/GYN visit with concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
- Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
- Antenatal Malformation Screening
- Fetal Anomaly Scan
- Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Shipman typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shipman 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. Shipman. 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:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Does Dr. Shipman accept my insurance?
Dr. Shipman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 573-1425 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shipman accept in Avon, CT?
Dr. Shipman in Avon, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shipman's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shipman affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shipman has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shipman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shipman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518129741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shipman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shipman