Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shamlin, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Shamlin graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Shamlin is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamlin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamlin’s office.
Where did Dr. Shamlin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Baylor College Of Medicine | Baylor College Of Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Shamlin board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Shamlin speak?
Dr. Shamlin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shamlin treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shamlin 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. Shamlin. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Metabolic Disorder
- Syndrome X
- Insulin Resistance Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88810: Metabolic syndrome
- E8881: Metabolic syndrome and other insulin resistance
Also known as:
- Impaired Glucose Tolerance
- Blood Glucose
- Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
- Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
- Glucose Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar risk
- Borderline diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88819: Insulin resistance, unspecified
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
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
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Which procedures does Dr. Shamlin perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shamlin's office.
Does Dr. Shamlin accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamlin 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. Shamlin accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Shamlin in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
AmWINS Group
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shamlin's office located?
What is Dr. Shamlin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093712234.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamlin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamlin
What is Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin's specialty?
Dr. Shamlin is a Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
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.
Contact Dr. Shamlin to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamlin is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Woman's Hospital, North Oaks Medical 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
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Is Kenyatta Shamlin accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamlin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenyatta Shamlin?
Please contact Dr. Shamlin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin have?
Dr. Kenyatta Shamlin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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Baton Rouge, LA 70808