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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lopez-Shirley, Hospitalist in Albemarle, NC?
Dr. Kevin Lopez-Shirley, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Albemarle, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lopez-Shirley completed his residency at Ny and Presby Hp Columbia Campus. Dr. Lopez-Shirley is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez-Shirley’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez-Shirley’s office at (336) 718-8383.
Where did Dr. Lopez-Shirley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny and Presby Hp Columbia Campus
What languages does Dr. Lopez-Shirley speak?
Dr. Lopez-Shirley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lopez-Shirley treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lopez-Shirley 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. Lopez-Shirley. 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
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Other Specific Anemias
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Uncommon anemia
- Rare anemia
- Specific anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D6489: Other specified anemias
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Lopez-Shirley perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kevin Lopez-Shirley may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lopez-Shirley's office.
Does Dr. Lopez-Shirley accept my insurance?
Dr. Lopez-Shirley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 718-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez-Shirley accept in Albemarle, NC?
Dr. Lopez-Shirley in Albemarle, NC 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lopez-Shirley's office located?
Dr. Kevin Lopez-Shirley's Primary Practice
301 Yadkin St
Albemarle, NC 28001
(336) 718-8383
What is Dr. Lopez-Shirley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lopez-Shirley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083620462.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez-Shirley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopez-Shirley
What is Dr. Kevin Lopez-Shirley's specialty?
Dr. Lopez-Shirley is a Hospitalist near Albemarle, NC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Lopez-Shirley to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Lopez-Shirley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lopez-Shirley is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Anmed Health 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 Kevin Lopez-Shirley accepting new patients in Albemarle, NC?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Lopez-Shirley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Lopez-Shirley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lopez-Shirley's office at (336) 718-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Lopez-Shirley?
Please contact Dr. Lopez-Shirley's office at (336) 718-8383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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