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Who is Dr. Shields, Hospitalist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Glenn Shields is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shields completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shields’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shields’s office at (831) 423-4111.
Where did Dr. Shields go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Ca Davis Med Center
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Shields board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Shields is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shields speak?
Dr. Shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shields treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shields 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. Shields. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shields perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Glenn Shields may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shields' office.
Does Dr. Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shields accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Shields in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sutter Health
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Shields' office located?
What is Dr. Shields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538149877.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shields
What is Dr. Glenn Shields's specialty?
Dr. Shields is a Hospitalist near Santa Cruz, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Shields to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Glenn Shields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shields is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Glenn Shields accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Glenn Shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (831) 423-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Glenn Shields?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (831) 423-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Glenn Shields have?
Dr. Glenn Shields is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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