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Dr. David Shearer, MD

Dr. David Shearer, MD

Madison, WI

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shearer, Family Medicine Specialist in Madison, WI?

    Dr. David Shearer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Shearer graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine. Dr. Shearer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shearer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shearer’s office at (608) 260-6000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Shearer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Shearer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shearer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shearer treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shearer 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. Shearer. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Shearer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Shearer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shearer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shearer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 260-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shearer accept in Madison, WI?

    Dr. Shearer in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Dean Health Plan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Reliance Healthcare Management

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Shearer's office located?

    Dr. David Shearer's Primary Practice

    1821 S Stoughton Rd

    Madison, WI 53716

    (608) 260-6000

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

    Dr. Shearer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487608741.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shearer?

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

    What is Dr. David Shearer's specialty?

    Dr. Shearer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Madison, WI. 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. Contact Dr. Shearer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Shearer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shearer is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 David Shearer accepting new patients in Madison, WI?

    Yes, Dr. David Shearer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Shearer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shearer's office at (608) 260-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Shearer?

    Please contact Dr. Shearer's office at (608) 260-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Shearer have?

    Dr. David Shearer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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