Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shepard, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Dale Shepard, MD, PHD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Shepard graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Shepard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepard’s office at (800) 223-2273.
Where did Dr. Shepard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shepard speak?
Dr. Shepard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shepard treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Shepard 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. Shepard. 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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Sarcoma
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Tumor
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- Z85831: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of soft tissue
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Small Intestine Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
- GIST of small intestine
- Small bowel GIST
- Small intestine tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
- C49A3: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of small intestine
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- Cancer
- GIST
- GI stromal tumor
- Stomach and bowel tumor
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
Also known as:
- Desmoid Tumor
- Desmoid tumor
- Aggressive Fibromatosis
- Deep Fibromatosis
- Desmoid Fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D48119: Desmoid tumor of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Digestive Disease
- Past digestive cancer
- Previous gastrointestinal malignancy
- History of digestive tract tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8509: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other digestive organs
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
- Tumor of uncertain nature
- Lesion of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
- D489: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shepard perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dale Shepard may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shepard's office.
Does Dr. Shepard accept my insurance?
Dr. Shepard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 223-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepard accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Shepard in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shepard's office located?
What is Dr. Shepard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shepard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790955623.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shepard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shepard
What is Dr. Dale Shepard's specialty?
Dr. Shepard is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Cleveland, OH. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Shepard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dale Shepard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shepard is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Dale Shepard accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Dale Shepard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dale Shepard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepard's office at (800) 223-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dale Shepard?
Please contact Dr. Shepard's office at (800) 223-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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