Dr. Kathy L. Shamblin
- Gender: Female
- Experience: 35 years
- Graduated from: Southern College Of Optometry
- Graduation year: 1986
- Sole propriator: Yes
- NPI: 1649286576
Dr. Kathy L. Shamblin OD
Vision Therapist
She is located at 915 Colloredo Boulevard in Shelbyville, TN 37160. Can help patients with the following: Cataracts, Crossed Eyes, Diabetic Retinopathy, Esotropia, Eye Strain, Macular Degeneration. Her National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649286576. Appointment can be made via the phone number (931) 684-2197. She is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin, being an vision therapist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Kathy L. Shamblin.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Color Blindness
- Contact Lens Prescription and Fitting
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Allergy
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Eyeglasses Fitting and Prescription
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Hypertropia
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Imaging
- Sty
Procedures Performed by Dr. Kathy L. Shamblin
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Kathy L. Shamblin as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Network data as of Aug 25, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCross B16S $50 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross G08S $30 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health ® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Gold | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S26S $40 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Blue Network S | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 12 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus + (Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage + (Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage + (Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus (Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Kathy L. Shamblin is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Kathy L. Shamblin is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Optometry .
Medicare practice location(s) (city/state/zip only, as reported to Medicare):
- SHELBYVILLE, TN, 37160-2780
Bills through: Bedford Vision And Eye Clinic Pllc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Sep 29, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Optos | $2563 |
| Alcon | $1401 |
| Coopervision | $254 |
Other
| Travel and Lodging | $2521 |
| Food and Beverage | $1941 |
| Promotional Speaking or Service | $750 |
| Other | $32 |
Studies
SOUTHERN COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
Graduated in 1986Additional Specialities
- Optometrist
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin accept patients with UnitedHealthcare?
Yes, Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin is listed in-network for UnitedHealthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin treat?
Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin provides treatment for Cataracts, Crossed Eyes, Diabetic Retinopathy, Esotropia, Eye Strain, Macular Degeneration. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin?
Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin's office is located at 915 Colloredo Boulevard in Shelbyville, TN 37160.
Does Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Kathy Lynn Shamblin is affiliated with Bedford Vision & Eye Clinic.