Overview
Richard Shelton is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama.
Dr. Shelton is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizophrenia, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 173 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Shelton is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER MEDICARE
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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- STATE MEDICAID
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
Locations
1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
1720 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
4 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard C. Shelton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard C. Shelton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard C. Shelton by calling their office at 800-822-8816. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard C. Shelton a top-rated expert for Major Depression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard C. Shelton is classified as an Elite expert for Major Depression, 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. Richard C. Shelton specialize in?
While Dr. Richard C. Shelton is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Schizophrenia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Richard C. Shelton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard C. Shelton has published 173 articles and abstracts on conditions like Major Depression. You can view a list of Dr. Richard C. Shelton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard C. Shelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard C. Shelton accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-822-8816 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
- Elite
- Major DepressionDr. Shelton isElite. Learn about Major Depression.
- Distinguished
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Shelton isDistinguished. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Experienced
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Dr. Shelton isExperienced. Learn about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
- SchizophreniaDr. Shelton isExperienced. Learn about Schizophrenia.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Shelton isExperienced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).