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Dr. Carl Shelton, MD

Edgewood, KY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shelton, Physiatrist in Edgewood, KY?

    Dr. Carl Shelton, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Edgewood, KY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Shelton graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shelton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shelton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shelton’s office at (859) 341-2044.

    Where did Dr. Shelton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Mercy Fitzgerald Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Hospital University Pa

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shelton board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Shelton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    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 Physiatrist like Dr. Shelton typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Does Dr. Shelton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 341-2044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shelton accept in Edgewood, KY?

    Dr. Shelton in Edgewood, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shelton's office located?

    Dr. Carl Shelton's Primary Practice

    201 Medical Village Dr

    Edgewood, KY 41017

    (859) 341-2044

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    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 1588651715.

    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. Carl Shelton's specialty?

    Dr. Shelton is a Physiatrist near Edgewood, KY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is this Dr. Carl Shelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shelton is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Florence, Uc Medical Center, Lima Memorial Health System 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Carl Shelton accepting new patients in Edgewood, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Shelton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Shelton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shelton's office at (859) 341-2044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carl Shelton?

    Please contact Dr. Shelton's office at (859) 341-2044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Shelton have?

    Dr. Carl Shelton is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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