Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shields, Pulmonologist in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Gregory Shields, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Dothan, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shields completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Shields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shields’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shields’s office at (334) 793-8087.
Where did Dr. Shields go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Medical School: Vanderbilt University College of Medicine
Is Dr. Shields board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Gregory 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
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shields typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shields typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Shields may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Shields' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 793-8087 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shields accept in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Shields in Dothan, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Shields' office located?
Dr. Gregory Shields' Primary Practice
1108 Ross Clark Cir
Dothan, AL 36301
(334) 793-8087
What is Dr. Shields's NPI number?An 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 1699733683.
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. Gregory Shields's specialty?
Dr. Shields is a Pulmonologist near Dothan, AL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Gregory Shields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shields is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gregory Shields accepting new patients in Dothan, AL?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (334) 793-8087 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Shields?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (334) 793-8087 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Shields have?
Dr. Gregory Shields is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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