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Dr. Kristen Scheets, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Atlantic City, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scheets, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Atlantic City, NJ?

    Dr. Kristen Scheets, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlantic City, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Scheets graduated from University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Scheets is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scheets’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scheets’s office at (609) 344-4081.

    Where did Dr. Scheets go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Os | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Scheets speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scheets typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scheets 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. Scheets. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Drug Abuse
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Substance Abuse
    • Drug Addiction
    • Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1910: Other psychoactive substance abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scheets typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Scheets may include:

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

    Does Dr. Scheets accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scheets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 344-4081 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scheets accept in Atlantic City, NJ?

    Dr. Scheets in Atlantic City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Montana

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    Where is Dr. Scheets' office located?

    Dr. Kristen Scheets' Primary Practice

    1925 Pacific Ave

    Atlantic City, NJ 08401

    (609) 344-4081

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    Dr. Kristen Scheets' Practice 2

    219 N White Horse Pike

    Hammonton, NJ 08037

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    Dr. Kristen Scheets' Practice 3

    65 W Jimmie Leeds Rd

    Pomona, NJ 08240

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

    Dr. Scheets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437359296.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scheets?

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

    What is Dr. Kristen Scheets's specialty?

    Dr. Scheets is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Atlantic City, NJ.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Kristen Scheets affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scheets is affiliated with Atlanticare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus, Springfield Hospital - Springfield, Vt, Shore Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kristen Scheets accepting new patients in Atlantic City, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Scheets is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Scheets offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scheets' office at (609) 344-4081 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen Scheets?

    Please contact Dr. Scheets' office at (609) 344-4081 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Scheets' office located?

    Dr. Scheets' offices are located in Atlantic City, NJ, Hammonton, NJ, and Pomona, NJ.