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Who is Dr. Shepherd, Anesthesiologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Brian Shepherd, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepherd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepherd’s office at (423) 892-5602.
Is Dr. Shepherd board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Shepherd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Shepherd speak?
Dr. Shepherd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shepherd typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shepherd 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. Shepherd. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shepherd typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shepherd performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shepherd. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Shepherd accept my insurance?
Dr. Shepherd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 892-5602 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepherd accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Shepherd in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?
What is Dr. Shepherd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shepherd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588868319.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shepherd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shepherd
What is Dr. Brian Shepherd's specialty?
Dr. Shepherd is a Anesthesiologist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Brian Shepherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shepherd is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Erlanger Baroness Hospital. 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
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Is Brian Shepherd accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Brian Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Shepherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (423) 892-5602 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Shepherd?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (423) 892-5602 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Shepherd have?
Dr. Brian Shepherd is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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