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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheffield, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Irving, TX?
Dr. Gerald Sheffield, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Irving, TX. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Sheffield graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, General Surgery. Dr. Sheffield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheffield’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheffield’s office at (972) 579-8100.
Where did Dr. Sheffield go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, General Surgery | Methodist Hospital (Houston) Program
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Sheffield board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Sheffield, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sheffield speak?
Dr. Sheffield and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheffield typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sheffield 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. Sheffield. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheffield typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Sheffield may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sheffield's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheffield accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheffield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 579-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheffield accept in Irving, TX?
Dr. Sheffield in Irving, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Parkland Health & Hospital System
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sheffield's office located?
What is Dr. Sheffield's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheffield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801884531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheffield?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheffield
What is Dr. Gerald Sheffield's specialty?
Dr. Sheffield is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Irving, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Gerald Sheffield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheffield is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lake Pointe 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gerald Sheffield accepting new patients in Irving, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Sheffield is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Sheffield offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheffield's office at (972) 579-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Sheffield?
Please contact Dr. Sheffield's office at (972) 579-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Sheffield have?
Dr. Gerald Sheffield is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Sheffield
Baylor Scott And White Irving
1901 N MacArthur Blvd
Irving, TX 75061