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Dr. Amy Schepens, MD

Gulfport, MS

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schepens, Pediatrician in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Amy Schepens, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Schepens graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of So Al Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Schepens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schepens’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schepens’s office at (228) 896-6441.

    Where did Dr. Schepens go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of So Al Hosps, Pediatrics | University of South Alabama Program

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schepens board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Schepens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Schepens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schepens treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Schepens 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. Schepens. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Schepens perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Amy Schepens may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schepens' office.

    Does Dr. Schepens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schepens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 896-6441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schepens accept in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Schepens in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Molina

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schepens' office located?

    Dr. Amy Schepens' Primary Practice

    1285 Spring St Ste A

    Gulfport, MS 39507

    (228) 896-6441

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    Dr. Amy Schepens' Practice 2

    12259 Highway 49

    Gulfport, MS 39503

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

    Dr. Schepens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255446027.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schepens?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Schepens's specialty?

    Dr. Schepens is a Pediatrician near Gulfport, MS. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Schepens to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amy Schepens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schepens is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Amy Schepens accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Schepens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Schepens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schepens's office at (228) 896-6441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Schepens?

    Please contact Dr. Schepens's office at (228) 896-6441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Schepens have?

    Dr. Amy Schepens is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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