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Dr. Tchaka Shepherd, MD

Pomona, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shepherd, Surgeon in Pomona, CA?

    Dr. Tchaka Shepherd, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pomona, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Shepherd graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepherd’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepherd’s office at (562) 427-1322.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Shepherd speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shepherd treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Tibia Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Right Lower Shin Bone
    • Right Distal Tibia Fracture
    • Right Lower Leg Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82301A: Unspecified fracture of lower end of right tibia, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Shepherd perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Tchaka Shepherd may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shepherd's office.

    Does Dr. Shepherd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shepherd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 427-1322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shepherd accept in Pomona, CA?

    Dr. Shepherd in Pomona, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shepherd's office located?

    Dr. Tchaka Shepherd's Primary Practice

    160 E Artesia St Ste 310

    Pomona, CA 91767

    (562) 427-1322

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    Dr. Tchaka Shepherd's Practice 2

    3737 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Lynwood, CA 90262

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    Dr. Tchaka Shepherd's Practice 3

    701 E 28th St Ste 411

    Long Beach, CA 90806

    (562) 427-1322

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Tchaka Shepherd an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shepherd has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shepherd, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    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 1124078670.

    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. Tchaka Shepherd's specialty?

    Dr. Shepherd is a Surgeon near Pomona, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Shepherd to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tchaka 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: St. Francis Medical Center - Lynwood, CA. 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon with 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 Tchaka Shepherd accepting new patients in Pomona, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tchaka Shepherd is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tchaka Shepherd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (562) 427-1322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tchaka Shepherd?

    Please contact Dr. Shepherd's office at (562) 427-1322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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