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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shipley, Family Medicine Specialist in Mountain City, TN?
Dr. James Shipley, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mountain City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shipley completed his residency at E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Shipley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shipley’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shipley’s office.
Where did Dr. Shipley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Family Medicine | E Tn University J H Quillen College Med
Medical School: E Tn State Univ J H Quillen Coll Of Med- Johnson City Tn
Is Dr. Shipley board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Shipley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shipley speak?
Dr. Shipley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shipley typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shipley 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. Shipley. 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 Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems 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
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shipley typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Shipley may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shipley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shipley accept my insurance?
Dr. Shipley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shipley accept in Mountain City, TN?
Dr. Shipley in Mountain City, TN 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 Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shipley's office located?
What is Dr. Shipley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shipley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912957937.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shipley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shipley
What is Dr. James Shipley's specialty?
Dr. Shipley is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mountain City, TN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. James Shipley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shipley is affiliated with Baptist Health Corbin 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 James Shipley accepting new patients in Mountain City, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Shipley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Shipley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shipley's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Shipley?
Please contact Dr. Shipley's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Shipley have?
Dr. James Shipley is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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