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Who is Dr. Shepherd, Hospitalist in Richmond, IN?
Dr. Brittany Shepherd is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Richmond, IN with 1 additional practice location. 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.
What languages does Dr. Shepherd speak?
Dr. Shepherd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shepherd typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shepherd typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Brittany Shepherd may include:
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shepherd accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?
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 1831588789.
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. Brittany Shepherd's specialty?
Dr. Shepherd is a Hospitalist near Richmond, IN.
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 this Dr. Brittany 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
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Is Brittany Shepherd accepting new patients in Richmond, IN?
Yes, Dr. Brittany Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brittany Shepherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brittany Shepherd?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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