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Dr. Kevin Shea, MD

Myrtle Beach, SC

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shea, Infectious Disease Specialist in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Kevin Shea, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Shea completed his residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Winthrop-University Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shea’s office at (843) 236-1950.

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

    • Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Winthrop-University Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shea board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Shea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shea speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shea treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shea 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. Shea. 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
    • MSSA Blood Poisoning
    • MRSA Sepsis
    • Strep Blood Poisoning
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • Antibiotic Resistance
    • MRSA
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • MSSA Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Resistant Staph Sepsis
    • MRSA Blood Infection
    • Staph Sepsis (MRSA)
    • Streptococcal Sepsis
    • Strep Infection Sepsis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
    • A4102: Sepsis due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
    • A409: Streptococcal sepsis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Lung Mycobacterial Infection
    • Mycobacterial Infection
    • Pulmonary NTM Infection
    • Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Infected Joint Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Prosthetic Joint Infection
    • Joint Implant Infection
    • Inflamed Joint Replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8459XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other internal joint prosthesis, initial encounter
    • T8459XD: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other internal joint prosthesis, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Jaw
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Jaw Inflammation
    • Jaw Bone Infection
    • Jaw Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws

    Also known as:

    • Infected Left Knee Replacement
    • Infected Right Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
    • Inflamed Left Knee Implant
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
    • Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
    • Inflamed Right Knee Implant
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
    • T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Site Infection
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-specific surgical infection
    • Other post-operative infection
    • Unspecified surgical wound infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pyogenic Arthritis
    • Infectious Arthritis
    • Pus-forming Arthritis
    • Septic Arthritis
    • Bacterial Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M009: Pyogenic arthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Infection or Inflammation from Orthopedic Implant
    • Orthopedic implant infection
    • Prosthetic device inflammation
    • Internal graft infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T847XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other internal orthopedic prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Shea perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Shea accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 236-1950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shea accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Shea in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Shea's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Shea's Primary Practice

    920 Doug White Dr Ste 250

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

    (843) 236-1950

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    Dr. Kevin Shea's Practice 2

    9221 University Blvd Ste 102

    North Charleston, SC 29406

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    Dr. Kevin Shea's Practice 3

    809 82nd Pkwy

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

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

    Dr. Shea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265474324.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shea?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Shea's specialty?

    Dr. Shea is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Myrtle Beach, SC.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Shea to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kevin Shea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shea is affiliated with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Loris 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist 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 Kevin Shea accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Shea is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kevin Shea offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (843) 236-1950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kevin Shea?

    Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (843) 236-1950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Shea have?

    Dr. Kevin Shea is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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