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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shalz, Internist in Meridian, ID?
Dr. Jennifer Shalz, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Meridian, ID with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Shalz graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at David Grant Usaf Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shalz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shalz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shalz’s office at (208) 706-7050.
Where did Dr. Shalz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: David Grant Usaf Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shalz board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Shalz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shalz speak?
Dr. Shalz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shalz typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shalz 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. Shalz. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Coronary Angioplasty History
- Angioplasty
- Heart Angioplasty
- Coronary Artery Angioplasty
- Had Heart Stent
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9861: Coronary angioplasty status
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shalz typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Shalz may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shalz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shalz accept my insurance?
Dr. Shalz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 706-7050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shalz accept in Meridian, ID?
Dr. Shalz in Meridian, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shalz's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Shalz's Primary Practice
3525 E Louise Dr Ste 500
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 706-7050
What is Dr. Shalz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shalz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245346303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shalz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shalz
What is Dr. Jennifer Shalz's specialty?
Dr. Shalz is a Internist near Meridian, ID.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Shalz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shalz is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jennifer Shalz accepting new patients in Meridian, ID?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Shalz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Shalz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shalz's office at (208) 706-7050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Shalz?
Please contact Dr. Shalz's office at (208) 706-7050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Shalz have?
Dr. Jennifer Shalz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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