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Who is Dr. Shea, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Lauren Shea, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shea’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shea’s office at (205) 801-8415.
What languages does Dr. Shea speak?
Dr. Shea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shea treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Shea 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. Shea. 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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma
- Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- CTCL
- Skin T-cell lymphoma
- Mycosis fungoides
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphosarcoma
- NHL
- PCNSL
- Brain Lymphoma
- Spinal Cord Lymphoma
- CNS Lymphoma
- MCL
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma Cancer
- Malignant Lymphoma
- Lymphoma in Organs
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C84A0: Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C83390: Primary central nervous system lymphoma
- C8310: Mantle cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8440: Peripheral T-cell lymphoma, not elsewhere classified, unspecified site
- C8589: Other specified types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C8449: Peripheral T-cell lymphoma, not elsewhere classified, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C83398: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma of other extranodal and solid organ sites
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Reed-Sternberg Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8170: Other Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Other Lymphoid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Unspecified lymphoid leukemia
- Atypical lymphoid leukemia
- Rare lymphoid leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C91Z0: Other lymphoid leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Which procedures does Dr. Shea perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lauren Shea may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shea's office.
Does Dr. Shea accept my insurance?
Dr. Shea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 801-8415 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shea accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Shea in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Shea's office located?
What is Dr. Shea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710397880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shea
What is Dr. Lauren Shea's specialty?
Dr. Shea is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Birmingham, AL. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Shea to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lauren Shea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shea is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Lauren Shea accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Shea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Shea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (205) 801-8415 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Shea?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (205) 801-8415 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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