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Dr. Barry Shefa, MD

Hospitalist, Family Medicine Specialist

Waco, TX

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shefa, Hospitalist in Waco, TX?

    Dr. Barry Shefa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Shefa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shefa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shefa’s office at (254) 213-7123.

    Is Dr. Shefa board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Barry Shefa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shefa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shefa typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shefa 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. Shefa. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shefa typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Barry Shefa may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shefa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shefa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shefa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 213-7123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shefa accept in Waco, TX?

    Dr. Shefa in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shefa's office located?

    Dr. Barry Shefa's Primary Practice

    6901 Medical Pkwy

    Waco, TX 76712

    (254) 213-7123

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shefa affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shefa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Goodall-Witcher Healthcare - Clifton,Clifton, TX
    Freestone Medical Center,Fairfield, TX
    Hill Regional Hospital,Hillsboro, TX
    Parkview Regional Hospital,Mexia, TX

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

    Dr. Shefa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710194220.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shefa?

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

    What is Dr. Barry Shefa's specialty?

    Dr. Shefa is a Hospitalist near Waco, TX.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Barry Shefa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shefa is affiliated with Ascension Providence Hospital, Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, Tx 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

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    Is Dr. Barry Shefa accepting new patients in Waco, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Barry Shefa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barry Shefa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shefa's office at (254) 213-7123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Barry Shefa?

    Please contact Dr. Shefa's office at (254) 213-7123 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shefa's office located?

    Dr. Shefa's office is located in Waco, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barry Shefa have?

    Dr. Barry Shefa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.