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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shiver, Family Medicine Specialist in Athens, GA?
Dr. James Shiver, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Shiver graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine. Dr. Shiver is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shiver’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shiver’s office at (706) 548-1555.
Where did Dr. Shiver go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Family Medicine | Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Shiver board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Shiver, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shiver speak?
Dr. Shiver and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shiver typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shiver 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. Shiver. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shiver typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Shiver may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shiver's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shiver accept my insurance?
Dr. Shiver accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 548-1555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shiver accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Shiver in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shiver's office located?
Dr. James Shiver's Primary Practice
2205 Barnett Shoals Rd
Athens, GA 30605
(706) 548-1555
What is Dr. Shiver's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shiver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811982952.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shiver?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shiver
What is Dr. James Shiver's specialty?
Dr. Shiver is a Family Medicine Specialist near Athens, GA.
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. James Shiver affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shiver is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 James Shiver accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. James Shiver is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Shiver offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shiver's office at (706) 548-1555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Shiver?
Please contact Dr. Shiver's office at (706) 548-1555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Shiver have?
Dr. James Shiver is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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