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Who is Dr. Shepherd, Hospitalist in Bloomington, MN?
Dr. Melody Shepherd, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, MN. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepherd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepherd’s office at (612) 638-9100.
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:
- 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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shepherd typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Melody 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?
Dr. Shepherd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepherd accept in Bloomington, MN?
Dr. Shepherd in Bloomington, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
HealthPartners
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?
Dr. Melody Shepherd's Primary Practice
8170 33rd Ave S # 21110Q
Bloomington, MN 55425
(612) 638-9100
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 1578940284.
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. Melody Shepherd's specialty?
Dr. Shepherd is a Hospitalist near Bloomington, MN.
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. Melody Shepherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shepherd is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank East Building. 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melody Shepherd accepting new patients in Bloomington, MN?
Yes, Dr. Melody Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melody Shepherd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (612) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melody Shepherd?
Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (612) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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