Summary

With 32 years in family medicine, Dr. James Shepherd sees patients for type 2 diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease, and chronic kidney disease stage 5. He is affiliated with Atrium Health Cabarrus and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Shepherd earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center. He sees patients in Kannapolis and Concord, North Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shepherd 4.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 32 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Harrison Shepherd has 2 locations

Atrium Health Cabarrus Family Medicine Kannapolis

4949 Professional Park Dr # 101Kannapolis, NC 28081
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Atrium Health Cabarrus

920 Church St NConcord, NC 28025

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Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Harrison Shepherd

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Devoted Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Harrison Shepherd has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Harrison Shepherd has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Diabetes
  • Family Planning
  • Hemifacial Spasm
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Pseudotumor Cerebri
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. James Harrison Shepherd holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Duke University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Shepherd's NPI number is 1063400844.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Shepherd's office located?
Dr. James Shepherd's office is located at 4949 Professional Park Dr # 101, Kannapolis, NC, 28081.
What languages does Dr. James Shepherd speak?
Dr. James Shepherd speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. James Shepherd accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Shepherd accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Shepherd?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Shepherd here on Vitals.
Is Dr. James Shepherd accepting new patients?
Dr. James Shepherd is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Shepherd's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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