Dr. Robert Sheppard, MD
Saint Petersburg, FL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sheppard, Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Robert Sheppard, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Petersburg, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sheppard graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sheppard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheppard’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheppard’s office.
Where did Dr. Sheppard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sheppard speak?
Dr. Sheppard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sheppard treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Sheppard 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. Sheppard. 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:
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Left Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- LBBB
- Heart conduction delay
ICD-10 Codes:
- I447: Left bundle-branch block, unspecified
Does Dr. Sheppard accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheppard 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. Sheppard accept in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Sheppard in Saint Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Century Healthcare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Sheppard's office located?
Dr. Robert Sheppard's Primary Practice
6006 49th St N Ste 200
Saint Petersburg, FL 33709
Dr. Robert Sheppard's Practice 2
1615 Pasadena Ave S Ste 300
South Pasadena, FL 33707
(727) 490-3030
What is Dr. Sheppard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheppard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578525937.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheppard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheppard
What is Dr. Robert Sheppard's specialty?
Dr. Sheppard is a Specialist near Saint Petersburg, FL. Contact Dr. Sheppard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Sheppard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sheppard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Northside 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
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Is Robert Sheppard accepting new patients in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Robert Sheppard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Sheppard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheppard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Sheppard?
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