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Who is Dr. Shelton, Internist in Baytown, TX?
Dr. George Shelton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baytown, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shelton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shelton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shelton’s office at (832) 548-5000.
What languages does Dr. Shelton speak?
Dr. Shelton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shelton treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shelton 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. Shelton. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Which procedures does Dr. Shelton perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. George Shelton may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shelton's office.
Does Dr. Shelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Shelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 548-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shelton accept in Baytown, TX?
Dr. Shelton in Baytown, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shelton's office located?
Dr. George Shelton's Primary Practice
4301 Garth Rd Ste 302
Baytown, TX 77521
(832) 548-5000
What is Dr. Shelton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235454158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shelton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shelton
What is Dr. George Shelton's specialty?
Dr. Shelton is a Internist near Baytown, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Shelton to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. George Shelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shelton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is George Shelton accepting new patients in Baytown, TX?
Yes, Dr. George Shelton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Shelton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shelton's office at (832) 548-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Shelton?
Please contact Dr. Shelton's office at (832) 548-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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