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30 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shepard, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Arthur Shepard, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Shepard graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at University of North Carolina Hospitals Program. Dr. Shepard is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepard’s office at (703) 369-8000.
Where did Dr. Shepard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of North Carolina Hospitals Program
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Shepard board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Shepard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Shepard speak?
Dr. Shepard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shepard typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shepard 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. Shepard. 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:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 1250-1499 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shepard typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Arthur Shepard may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Shepard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shepard accept my insurance?
Dr. Shepard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 369-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepard accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Shepard in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shepard's office located?
What is Dr. Shepard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shepard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144219296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shepard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shepard
What is Dr. Arthur Shepard's specialty?
Dr. Shepard is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Arthur Shepard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shepard is affiliated with Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Unc Health Blue Ridge, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Arthur Shepard accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Arthur Shepard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arthur Shepard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepard's office at (703) 369-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arthur Shepard?
Please contact Dr. Shepard's office at (703) 369-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arthur Shepard have?
Dr. Arthur Shepard is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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