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Dr. Winyss Shepard, MD

Dr. Winyss Shepard, MD

Palo Alto, CA

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    Who is Dr. Shepard, Pediatrician in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Winyss Shepard, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Shepard completed her residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Shepard is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepard’s office at (408) 426-5590.

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

    • Fellowship: Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA | University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA | University of California San Diego CA | Stanford University School of Medicine CA

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Shepard board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Winyss Shepard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 1989

    What languages does Dr. Shepard speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shepard treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shepard 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. Shepard. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Class 2 Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • BMI Class 3 Obesity
    • Significant Obesity
    • Severe Obesity (Class 2)
    • BMI Class 2 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E66813: Obesity, class 3
    • E66812: Obesity, class 2

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination 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:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    Which procedures does Dr. Shepard perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Winyss Shepard may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shepard's office.

    Does Dr. Shepard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shepard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 426-5590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shepard accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Shepard in Palo Alto, 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Shepard's office located?

    Dr. Winyss Shepard's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (408) 426-5590

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    Dr. Winyss Shepard's Practice 2

    3351 El Camino Real

    Menlo Park, CA 94027

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    Dr. Winyss Shepard's Practice 3

    1195 W Fremont Ave

    Sunnyvale, CA 94087

    (408) 426-5590

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

    Dr. Shepard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154489094.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shepard?

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

    What is Dr. Winyss Shepard's specialty?

    Dr. Shepard is a Pediatrician near Palo Alto, 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. Shepard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Winyss Shepard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shepard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Winyss Shepard accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Winyss Shepard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Winyss Shepard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shepard's office at (408) 426-5590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Winyss Shepard?

    Please contact Dr. Shepard's office at (408) 426-5590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Winyss Shepard have?

    Dr. Winyss Shepard is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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