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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shepps, Surgeon in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Craig Shepps, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shepps completed his residency at Naval Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Shepps is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shepps’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shepps’s office at (757) 842-4499.
Where did Dr. Shepps go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Shepps board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Craig Shepps, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Shepps speak?
Dr. Shepps and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shepps treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Shepps 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. Shepps. 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
- Partial Bowel Blockage
- Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Which procedures does Dr. Shepps perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Shepps may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shepps' office.
Does Dr. Shepps accept my insurance?
Dr. Shepps accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 842-4499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shepps accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Shepps in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shepps' office located?
Dr. Craig Shepps' Primary Practice
113 Gainsborough Sq Ste 400
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 842-4499
What is Dr. Shepps's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shepps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528030756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shepps?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shepps
What is Dr. Craig Shepps's specialty?
Dr. Shepps is a Surgeon near Chesapeake, VA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Shepps to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Shepps affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shepps is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Craig Shepps accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Shepps is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Shepps offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shepps's office at (757) 842-4499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Shepps?
Please contact Dr. Shepps's office at (757) 842-4499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Shepps have?
Dr. Craig Shepps is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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