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Who is Dr. Shea, Pediatrician in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. James Shea, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Shea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shea’s office at (984) 974-4601.
What languages does Dr. Shea speak?
Dr. Shea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shea typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shea typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. James Shea 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
Please contact Dr. Shea's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shea accept my insurance?
Dr. Shea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (984) 974-4601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shea accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Shea in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Shea's office located?
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 1174885719.
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. James Shea's specialty?
Dr. Shea is a Pediatrician near Chapel Hill, NC.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. James Shea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shea is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unc Hospitals - Chapel Hill. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Shea accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. James Shea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Shea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (984) 974-4601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Shea?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (984) 974-4601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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