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Who is Dr. Covitz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Clearwater, FL?
Dr. Shannon Covitz, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Covitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Covitz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Covitz’s office at (727) 437-3013.
What languages does Dr. Covitz speak?
Dr. Covitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Covitz typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Covitz 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. Covitz. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Covitz typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shannon Covitz may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Covitz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Covitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Covitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 437-3013 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Covitz accept in Clearwater, FL?
Dr. Covitz in Clearwater, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Covitz's office located?
Dr. Shannon Covitz's Primary Practice
18167 US Highway 19 N Ste 650
Clearwater, FL 33764
(727) 437-3013
What is Dr. Covitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Covitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326200395.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Covitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Covitz
What is Dr. Shannon Covitz's specialty?
Dr. Covitz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Clearwater, 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 this Dr. Shannon Covitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Covitz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, Bartow Regional Medical Center, Adventhealth Wauchula, Adventhealth Zephyrhills. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Shannon Covitz accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?
Yes, Dr. Shannon Covitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shannon Covitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Covitz's office at (727) 437-3013 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shannon Covitz?
Please contact Dr. Covitz's office at (727) 437-3013 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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