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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shepherd, Urologist in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Shanta Shepherd, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepherd’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepherd’s office at (860) 522-2251.
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 Urologist, 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:
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Stones
- Kidney and Ureter Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Renal and Ureteral Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3941: Urge incontinence
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
- Urinary urgency
- Urgent need to pee
- Overactive bladder symptom
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
- R3915: Urgency of urination
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Urinary Tract Obstruction or Reflux
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Urinary Tract Blockage
- Urine Backflow Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N138: Other obstructive and reflux uropathy
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C672: Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of bladder
Which procedures does Dr. Shepherd perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shanta Shepherd may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
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 (860) 522-2251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepherd accept in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Shepherd in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?
Dr. Shanta Shepherd's Primary Practice
19 Woodland St Ste 23
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 522-2251
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 1174986756.
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. Shanta Shepherd's specialty?
Dr. Shepherd is a Urologist near Hartford, CT. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Shepherd to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shanta Shepherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shepherd is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Shanta Shepherd accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Shanta Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanta Shepherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (860) 522-2251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanta Shepherd?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (860) 522-2251 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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