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Dr. Charles Shipman, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Occupational Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Jasper, AL
39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shipman, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Jasper, AL?
Dr. Charles Shipman, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Jasper, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Shipman graduated from University of Alabama Birmingham and completed his residency at University Of Alabama Hospital. Dr. Shipman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shipman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shipman’s office at (205) 384-3481.
Where did Dr. Shipman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Alabama Hospital
Medical School: University of Alabama Birmingham
What languages does Dr. Shipman speak?
Dr. Shipman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Shipman typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Shipman 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. Shipman. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Shipman typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Charles Shipman may include:
Please contact Dr. Shipman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shipman accept my insurance?
Dr. Shipman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 384-3481 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shipman accept in Jasper, AL?
Dr. Shipman in Jasper, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amtrust North America
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shipman's office located?
What is Dr. Shipman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shipman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508898198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shipman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shipman
What is Dr. Charles Shipman's specialty?
Dr. Shipman is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Jasper, AL.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Charles Shipman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shipman is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore 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 Charles Shipman accepting new patients in Jasper, AL?
Yes, Dr. Charles Shipman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Shipman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shipman's office at (205) 384-3481 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Shipman?
Please contact Dr. Shipman's office at (205) 384-3481 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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