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Who is Dr. Shears, Thoracic Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Larry Shears, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Shears is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shears’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shears’s office at (423) 778-5661.
Is Dr. Shears board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Larry Shears, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Shears speak?
Dr. Shears and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shears treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Shears 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. Shears. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Calcified Coronary Artery Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Hardened Coronary Arteries
- Coronary Artery Calcification
- Calcium in Heart Arteries
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I2584: Coronary atherosclerosis due to calcified coronary lesion
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Aorta
- Aorta Widening
- Chest Aorta Aneurysm
- Thoracic Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I719: Aortic aneurysm of unspecified site, without rupture
- I712: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Which procedures does Dr. Shears perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Larry Shears may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shears' office.
Does Dr. Shears accept my insurance?
Dr. Shears accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-5661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shears accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Shears in Chattanooga, 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
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shears' office located?
Dr. Larry Shears' Primary Practice
979 E 3rd St Ste C520
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 778-5661
What is Dr. Shears's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shears's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922035864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shears?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shears
What is Dr. Larry Shears's specialty?
Dr. Shears is a Thoracic Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Shears to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Larry Shears affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shears is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital 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
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Is Larry Shears accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Larry Shears is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Larry Shears offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shears's office at (423) 778-5661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Larry Shears?
Please contact Dr. Shears's office at (423) 778-5661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Larry Shears have?
Dr. Larry Shears is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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