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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shields, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Monica Shields, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shields is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shields’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shields’s office at (713) 594-1006.
Is Dr. Shields board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Monica Shields, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shields speak?
Dr. Shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shields treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Shields 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. Shields. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Which procedures does Dr. Shields perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Monica Shields may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shields' office.
Does Dr. Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 594-1006 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shields accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shields in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shields' office located?
Dr. Monica Shields' Primary Practice
6560 Fannin St Ste 1160
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 594-1006
What is Dr. Shields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326243981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shields
What is Dr. Monica Shields's specialty?
Dr. Shields is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Shields to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Monica Shields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shields is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Monica Shields accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Monica Shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monica Shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (713) 594-1006 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Monica Shields?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (713) 594-1006 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Shields have?
Dr. Monica Shields is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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