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Dr. Viswanathan Shankar, MD
Reidsville, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shankar, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Reidsville, NC?
Dr. Viswanathan Shankar, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Reidsville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shankar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankar’s office at (804) 287-7650.
What languages does Dr. Shankar speak?
Dr. Shankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shankar typically treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shankar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shankar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Obesity during Mid-Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
- Excess weight in second trimester
- Mid-pregnancy obesity complications
- High BMI during second trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
- O99212: Obesity complicating pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Antenatal Screening Follow-up
- Other Prenatal Screening Follow-up
- Maternal Screening Follow-up
- Pregnancy Screening Review
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z362: Encounter for other antenatal screening follow-up
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Routine pregnancy check-ups
- Standard antenatal care
- Normal pregnancy supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3480: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shankar typically perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shankar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shankar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Does Dr. Shankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Shankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 287-7650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shankar accept in Reidsville, NC?
Dr. Shankar in Reidsville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Shankar's office located?
Dr. Viswanathan Shankar's Primary Practice
621 S Main St Ste 200
Reidsville, NC 27320
(804) 287-7650
Dr. Viswanathan Shankar's Practice 2
1236 Huffman Mill Rd Ste 1000B
Burlington, NC 27215
What is Dr. Shankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588665525.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shankar
What is Dr. Viswanathan Shankar's specialty?
Dr. Shankar is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Reidsville, NC.
What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Viswanathan Shankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shankar is affiliated with Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Viswanathan Shankar accepting new patients in Reidsville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Viswanathan Shankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Viswanathan Shankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (804) 287-7650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Viswanathan Shankar?
Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (804) 287-7650 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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