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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shepperd, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Scott Shepperd, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Shepperd graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shepperd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepperd’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepperd’s office at (202) 877-2848.
Where did Dr. Shepperd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shepperd speak?
Dr. Shepperd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shepperd typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shepperd 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. Shepperd. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shepperd typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Shepperd may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shepperd's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shepperd accept my insurance?
Dr. Shepperd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-2848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepperd accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shepperd in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shepperd's office located?
Dr. Scott Shepperd's Primary Practice
110 Irving St NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 877-2848
What is Dr. Shepperd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shepperd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871542274.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shepperd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shepperd
What is Dr. Scott Shepperd's specialty?
Dr. Shepperd is a Internist near Washington, DC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Scott Shepperd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shepperd is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Calverthealth Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Shepperd accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Scott Shepperd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Shepperd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepperd's office at (202) 877-2848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Shepperd?
Please contact Dr. Shepperd's office at (202) 877-2848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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