39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shields, Internist in Clearwater, FL?
Where did Dr. Shields go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Conemaugh Valley Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris | Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Shields board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Shields, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shields speak?
Dr. Shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shields typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shields 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. Shields. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shields typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Shields 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. Shields. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Does Dr. Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 466-6564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shields accept in Clearwater, FL?
Dr. Shields in Clearwater, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Trinity Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shields' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shields affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shields has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shields's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427018506.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shields
What is Dr. Stephen Shields's specialty?
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.