Summary

Dr. James Shepard treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and has practiced internal medicine and infectious disease for 50 years. He is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital and sees patients at locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Downey, California. He speaks Spanish and Tagalog. Dr. Shepard completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System and earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shepard 4.29 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 50 years of experience
  • 59 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James William Shepard has 9 locations

Penn Presbyterian Internal Medicine

3801 Filbert St Ste 212Philadelphia, PA 19104
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Philadelphia District Health Center 2

1930 S Broad St Unit 14Philadelphia, PA 19145
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Prima Vida Medical Clinic

8706 Imperial HwyDowney, CA 90242
Mon5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tue5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Wed5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Thu5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Fri5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Sat8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Penn Presbyterian Internal Medicine

3801 Filbert Street Medical Arts Building, Suite 212Philadelphia, PA 19104

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

51 N 39th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104

The Pavilion Hospital

1 Convention AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104

Hospital Of The University Pennsylvania Cedar Avenue

501 S 54th StPhiladelphia, PA 19143

Pennsylvania Hospital

800 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

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Dr. James William Shepard, MDDr. Marisa Gefen, MDDr. Daniel A. Litovsky, MDDr. Gelsey Rellosa, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.4 
4.5 
4.5 
50 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James William Shepard

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Allwell
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Davis Vision
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Georgia Health Advantage
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Intergroup Services
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Keystone First - Medicare
  • Keystone First - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Riverside Health
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • VSP
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James William Shepard has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James William Shepard has the following area of expertise

  • Infectious Disease

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Shepard's NPI number is 1447284856.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Shepard affiliated with?
Dr. James Shepard is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Shepard?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Shepard here on Vitals.
Does Dr. James Shepard accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Shepard accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. James Shepard speak?
Dr. James Shepard speaks Spanish and Tagalog.
Does Dr. James Shepard accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Shepard has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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