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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shepherd, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Jennifer Shepherd, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepherd’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepherd’s office at (323) 361-5939.
What languages does Dr. Shepherd speak?
Dr. Shepherd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shepherd treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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.
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Failure
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Neonatal Respiratory Failure
- Infant Lung Failure
- Newborn Breathing Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- P285: Respiratory failure of newborn
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Extremely Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
- Very preterm infant
- Extremely preterm newborn
- Micro-preemie
- Preterm newborn
- Early birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
- P0724: Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 25 completed weeks
- P0730: Preterm newborn, unspecified weeks of gestation
Also known as:
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Bronchial Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shepherd perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Jennifer Shepherd may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shepherd's office.
Does Dr. Shepherd accept my insurance?
Dr. Shepherd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-5939 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepherd accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Shepherd in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Shepherd's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd # 31
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-5939
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 1811208556.
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. Jennifer Shepherd's specialty?
Dr. Shepherd is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Shepherd to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Shepherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shepherd is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Pediatrician?
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Is Jennifer Shepherd accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Shepherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (323) 361-5939 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Shepherd?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (323) 361-5939 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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