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Who is Dr. Sheppeck, Vascular Surgeon in Erie, PA?
Dr. Richard Sheppeck, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sheppeck graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Deaconess Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sheppeck is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheppeck’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheppeck’s office at (231) 487-1900.
Where did Dr. Sheppeck go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Deaconess Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery | Deaconess Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sheppeck board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sheppeck, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sheppeck speak?
Dr. Sheppeck and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sheppeck treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Sheppeck 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. Sheppeck. 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.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
What procedures does Dr. Sheppeck perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Sheppeck 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. Sheppeck. 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.
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Does Dr. Sheppeck accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheppeck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 487-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheppeck accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Sheppeck in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Sheppeck's office located?
What is Dr. Sheppeck's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheppeck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588647689.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheppeck?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheppeck
What is Dr. Richard Sheppeck's specialty?
Dr. Sheppeck is a Vascular Surgeon near Erie, PA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Sheppeck to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Sheppeck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sheppeck is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UPMC Hamot. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Richard Sheppeck accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sheppeck is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Sheppeck offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheppeck's office at (231) 487-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Sheppeck?
Please contact Dr. Sheppeck's office at (231) 487-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Sheppeck have?
Dr. Richard Sheppeck is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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