28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shelton, Pediatrician in Buford, GA?
Dr. Richard Shelton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Buford, GA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Shelton graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Shelton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shelton’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shelton’s office.
Where did Dr. Shelton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Shelton board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Richard Shelton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Shelton speak?
Dr. Shelton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shelton typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shelton 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. Shelton. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shelton typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Shelton 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. Shelton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Shelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shelton accept in Buford, GA?
Dr. Shelton in Buford, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shelton's office located?
What is Dr. Shelton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619947769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shelton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shelton
What is Dr. Richard Shelton's specialty?
Dr. Shelton is a Pediatrician near Buford, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Richard Shelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shelton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital, Childrens Egleston Hospital. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Shelton accepting new patients in Buford, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Shelton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Shelton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shelton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Shelton?
Please contact Dr. Shelton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Shelton have?
Dr. Richard Shelton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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4095 S Lee St
Buford, GA 30518