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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shippen, Family Medicine Specialist in Twin Falls, ID?
Dr. Skyler Shippen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Twin Falls, ID. Dr. Shippen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shippen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shippen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shippen speak?
Dr. Shippen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shippen typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shippen 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. Shippen. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shippen typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Skyler Shippen may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shippen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shippen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shippen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shippen accept in Twin Falls, ID?
Dr. Shippen in Twin Falls, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
PacificSource
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shippen's office located?
What is Dr. Shippen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shippen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194174995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shippen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shippen
What is Dr. Skyler Shippen's specialty?
Dr. Shippen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Twin Falls, ID.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Skyler Shippen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shippen is affiliated with St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center, St. Luke's Boise Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Skyler Shippen accepting new patients in Twin Falls, ID?
Yes, Dr. Skyler Shippen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Skyler Shippen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shippen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Skyler Shippen?
Please contact Dr. Shippen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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775 Pole Line Rd W
Twin Falls, ID 83301