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Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN

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Specializes in: Family Medicine
Professional interests include: hypertension (high blood pressure), depression, weight management, and more.
11546 Chapman Highway Suite B
Seymour, TN 37865

Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN is a nurse in Seymour, TN specializing in family medicine. Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN is affiliated with Covenant Health, CHAMPION PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC HALLS and COVENANT MEDICAL GROUP INC.

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Office Locations

Address:

11546 Chapman Highway Suite B
Seymour, TN 37865

Some issues Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN can help you with:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.

Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:

  • Generalized anxiety disorder
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder
  • Phobias
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Social phobia
  • Panic disorder

Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.

Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

  • Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
  • Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
  • A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
  • Unusual sleep or eating habits
  • Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
  • Physical aches and pains
  • Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN treated as a nurse in Seymour, TN were blood draw, lab tests, X-rays and preventive care.

blood draw 215
diabetes management 11
doctor visit 453
ear procedures 14
lab tests 123
preventive care 27
thoracic (chest) imaging 27
vaccines 26
X-rays 27

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN.

Gender
Male 90
Female 103
Age
75 to 84 48
85 and over 22
Less than 65 19
65 to 74 101

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 45
High Cholesterol 33
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 13
Chronic Kidney Disease 12
Asthma 1
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure 7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 23
Atrial Fibrillation 6
Cancer 5
Dementia 3

Education & Training

He is certified by the Family Nurse Practitioner and has a state license in Tennessee.

Board Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner

Licensed In: Tennessee

Affiliations & Hospitals

Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Covenant Health
CHAMPION PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC HALLS
COVENANT MEDICAL GROUP INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, CIGNA PPO, Aetna Elect Choice, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, Humana ChoiceCare Network, PHCS PPO, WellCare Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage PPO, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Aetna Choice POS II, Medicare Advantage, HealthSpring, Humana POS, Humana HMO, Aetna, Aetna QPOS, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Community Care Network (CCN), TRICARE, Aetna Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Aetna HMO, WellPoint, BlueAdvantage Ruby, BCBS Network S Bronze (B07), BCBS TennCare Select, NHC Advantage ISNP (Institutional Special Needs Plan), BCBS Network S Silver (S04A/B/C), BCBS Network S Silver (S01A/B/C), BlueEssential HMO, BlueCare TennCare, BlueCare Plus D-SNP, American Health Plan ISNP (Institutional Special Needs Plan), NovaNet Network Lease & WC, NX Health Network Monterey Mushroom Employees, BCBS Network S Silver (S01), BCBS Network S Silver (S04), BlueEssential SNP, BlueAdvantage Sapphire, BCBS Network S Gold (G06), BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Network P and Network S, BCBS TennCare Select CoverKids, BlueAdvantage PPO, Ambetter of Tennessee - All Plans, Traditional Medicare and BlueAdvantage Diamond.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Thomas Daniel Shirley, APN accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO
CIGNA PPO
Aetna Elect Choice
CIGNA POS
CIGNA HMO
Humana ChoiceCare Network
PHCS PPO
WellCare Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage PPO
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
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Biography

Mr. Thomas Shirley specializes in family medicine and practices in Seymour, TN. Mr. Shirley is professionally affiliated with Covenant Health.

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