LS
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shepherd, Pediatrician in Austin, TX?
Dr. Lauren Shepherd is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepherd’s office at (901) 287-6756.
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:
- 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:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Shepherd perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Lauren 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 (901) 287-6756 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepherd accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Shepherd in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community First Health Plans
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Texas
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?
Dr. Lauren Shepherd's Primary Practice
8913 Collinfield Dr # 1
Austin, TX 78758
(901) 287-6756
Dr. Lauren Shepherd's Practice 2
University of Tennessee 920 Madison Avenue Suite 4
Memphis, TN 38163
(901) 287-6756
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 1801359864.
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. Lauren Shepherd's specialty?
Dr. Shepherd is a Pediatrician near Austin, TX. 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. Lauren Shepherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shepherd is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 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 Lauren Shepherd accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Shepherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (901) 287-6756 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Shepherd?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (901) 287-6756 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pediatrician Near Austin, TX
SM
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Syema Muzaffar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Austin, TX
AQ
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Alexandra Quintanilla is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Austin, TX
WT
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Winifred Thomas, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Austin, TX