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Dr. Barry Sheppard, MD

Dr. Barry Sheppard, MD

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sheppard, Thoracic Surgeon in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Barry Sheppard, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Sheppard graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sheppard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheppard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheppard’s office at (510) 465-6600.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor - UCLA Medical Center | University of California College of Medicine | UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sheppard board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Barry Sheppard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sheppard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sheppard treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Sheppard 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. Sheppard. 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Right lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pneumothorax
    • Air in Chest Cavity
    • Lung Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Does Dr. Sheppard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheppard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 465-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheppard accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Sheppard in Oakland, 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 Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Sheppard's office located?

    Dr. Barry Sheppard's Primary Practice

    3300 Webster St Ste 500

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (510) 465-6600

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    Dr. Barry Sheppard's Practice 2

    4721 Dallas Ranch Rd

    Antioch, CA 94531

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

    Dr. Sheppard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760574917.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheppard?

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

    What is Dr. Barry Sheppard's specialty?

    Dr. Sheppard is a Thoracic Surgeon near Oakland, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Sheppard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Barry Sheppard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sheppard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dignity Health - Mercy Medical Center. 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 Barry Sheppard accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Barry Sheppard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barry Sheppard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheppard's office at (510) 465-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barry Sheppard?

    Please contact Dr. Sheppard's office at (510) 465-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barry Sheppard have?

    Dr. Barry Sheppard is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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