Colleen Shields, CNM

Colleen Shields, CNM has a trust score of 71/100 — a solid, above-average rating for midwives in Altoona. With 9 years of practice (below the area average of 17), they are relatively early in their career but past the initial years.

The most important verification step for any midwife is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Shields's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

Prenatal visits with Colleen Shields, CNM tend to run longer than a typical OB appointment — often 30–60 minutes — with more time for questions, education, and shared decision-making. Care may take place in a hospital, birth center, or home depending on the practice. With a certified nurse midwife focus, expect care geared toward that area.

Most insurance plans cover care from a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM), frequently at the same level as physician maternity care. Costs for birth-center or home birth with a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) vary widely and may be partly out-of-pocket — global maternity fees commonly range from $3,000–$9,000 depending on setting and region.

These are general ranges, not Colleen Shields, CNM's published prices. Confirm fees and coverage directly with the practice.