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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shelton, Family Medicine Specialist in Florence, MT?
Dr. Laura Shelton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Florence, MT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Shelton graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at Inland Empire Hp Serv Assoc, Family Medicine. Dr. Shelton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shelton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shelton’s office at (406) 273-4923.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shelton?
Dr. Laura Shelton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shelton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Florence, MT community, Dr. Shelton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shelton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Inland Empire Hp Serv Assoc, Family Medicine | Loma Linda-Inland Empire Consortium for Healthcare Education Program
Medical School: University Of Nd Sch Of Med- Grand Forks Nd | University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Northern Philippines College of Medicine
Is Dr. Shelton board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Laura Shelton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shelton speak?
Dr. Shelton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shelton typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shelton 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. Shelton. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- History of Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Past Lung Blood Clot
- Previous PE
- History of Pulmonary Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86711: Personal history of pulmonary embolism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shelton typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shelton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shelton. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Shelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Shelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 273-4923 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shelton accept in Florence, MT?
Dr. Shelton in Florence, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shelton's office located?
Dr. Laura Shelton's Primary Practice
5549 Old US Highway 93
Florence, MT 59833
(406) 273-4923
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Laura Shelton?
Dr. Shelton has appointments available at her Florence, MT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Shelton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679574131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shelton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shelton
What is Dr. Laura Shelton's specialty?
Dr. Shelton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Florence, MT.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Laura Shelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shelton is affiliated with Providence St. Patrick 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Shelton accepting new patients in Florence, MT?
Yes, Dr. Laura Shelton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Shelton offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shelton, or call (406) 273-4923 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Shelton?
Please contact Dr. Shelton's office at (406) 273-4923 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Shelton have?
Dr. Laura Shelton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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