Overview
Monica Shields is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
Dr. Shields is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- HMO
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Monica S. Shields
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Monica S. Shields?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Monica S. Shields by calling their office at 713-486-7200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Monica S. Shields a top-rated expert for Pulmonary Edema?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Monica S. Shields is classified as an Experienced expert for Pulmonary Edema, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Monica S. Shields specialize in?
While Dr. Monica S. Shields is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Monica S. Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Monica S. Shields accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-7200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- AnginaDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- FaintingDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- Heart FailureDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- High CholesterolDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Shields isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.