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Dr. Gregory Shipkey, MD

Odessa, TX

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shipkey, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Odessa, TX?

    Dr. Gregory Shipkey, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Odessa, TX. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shipkey graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Darnall Army Comm Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shipkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shipkey’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shipkey’s office at (432) 640-1189.

    Where did Dr. Shipkey go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Darnall Army Comm Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University of New Mexico School of Medicine | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Shipkey board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Shipkey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shipkey speak?

    Dr. Shipkey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shipkey treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shipkey 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. Shipkey. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Shipkey perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gregory Shipkey may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shipkey's office.

    Does Dr. Shipkey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shipkey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (432) 640-1189 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shipkey accept in Odessa, TX?

    Dr. Shipkey in Odessa, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Southern Illinois Healthcare

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shipkey's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Shipkey's Primary Practice

    500 W 4th St

    Odessa, TX 79761

    (432) 640-1189

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    What is Dr. Shipkey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shipkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336159599.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shipkey?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shipkey

    What is Dr. Gregory Shipkey's specialty?

    Dr. Shipkey is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Odessa, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Shipkey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gregory Shipkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shipkey is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, Odessa 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Gregory Shipkey accepting new patients in Odessa, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Shipkey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Shipkey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shipkey's office at (432) 640-1189 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gregory Shipkey?

    Please contact Dr. Shipkey's office at (432) 640-1189 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Shipkey have?

    Dr. Gregory Shipkey is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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