28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shellhorn, Internist in Salisbury, NC?
Dr. Douglas Shellhorn, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Salisbury, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Shellhorn completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Echocardiography and American College of Physicians. Dr. Shellhorn is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shellhorn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shellhorn’s office at (704) 633-7220.
Where did Dr. Shellhorn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine | University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Shellhorn board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Shellhorn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005
What languages does Dr. Shellhorn speak?
Dr. Shellhorn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shellhorn typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shellhorn 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. Shellhorn. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shellhorn typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Shellhorn may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shellhorn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shellhorn accept my insurance?
Dr. Shellhorn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 633-7220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shellhorn accept in Salisbury, NC?
Dr. Shellhorn in Salisbury, NC 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Government Employees Health Association
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shellhorn's office located?
Dr. Douglas Shellhorn's Primary Practice
611 Mocksville Ave
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 633-7220
Dr. Douglas Shellhorn's Practice 3
320 Jake Alexander Blvd W Ste 106
Salisbury, NC 28147
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Echocardiography
Member
American College of Physicians
Member
What is Dr. Shellhorn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shellhorn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972589026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shellhorn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shellhorn
What is Dr. Douglas Shellhorn's specialty?
Dr. Shellhorn is a Internist near Salisbury, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Douglas Shellhorn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shellhorn is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Shellhorn accepting new patients in Salisbury, NC?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Shellhorn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Shellhorn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shellhorn's office at (704) 633-7220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Shellhorn?
Please contact Dr. Shellhorn's office at (704) 633-7220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Shellhorn have?
Dr. Douglas Shellhorn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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