Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shipon, Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shipon?
Dr. David Shipon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shipon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Heart Disease, Preventive Cardiology, Sports & Exercise Cardiology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Shipon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shipon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Thos Jefferson University Hospital
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Shipon board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. David Shipon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shipon speak?
Dr. Shipon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Shipon typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Shipon 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. Shipon. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Shipon typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Shipon may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Shipon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shipon accept my insurance?
Dr. Shipon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shipon accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shipon in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Shipon's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shipon affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shipon has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shipon's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shipon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922082536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shipon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shipon