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Dr. Kala Shankar, MD

Dr. Kala Shankar, MD

Obstetrician, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)

Lakewood, NJ

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shankar, Obstetrician in Lakewood, NJ?

    Dr. Kala Shankar, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Lakewood, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Shankar is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shankar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankar’s office at (732) 363-6655.

    What languages does Dr. Shankar speak?

    Dr. Shankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Obstetrician like Dr. Shankar typically treat?

    As an Obstetrician, 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:

    • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Second Trimester Prenatal Care
    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Late Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Third Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
    • Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Second Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
    • Late pregnancy care
    • Third trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in late pregnancy
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
    • Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
    • Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
    • Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
    • Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Shankar typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kala Shankar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shankar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shankar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 363-6655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shankar accept in Lakewood, NJ?

    Dr. Shankar in Lakewood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shankar's office located?

    Dr. Kala Shankar's Primary Practice

    101 2nd St

    Lakewood, NJ 08701

    (732) 363-6655

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    Dr. Kala Shankar's Practice 2

    300 2nd Ave

    Long Branch, NJ 07740

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    Dr. Kala Shankar's Practice 3

    275 Hobart St

    Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

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    What is Dr. Shankar's NPI number?A 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 1942416763.

    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. Kala Shankar's specialty?

    Dr. Shankar is an Obstetrician near Lakewood, NJ.

    What does an Obstetrician do?

    A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.

    Is Dr. Kala Shankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shankar is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Saint Peter's University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see an Obstetrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kala Shankar accepting new patients in Lakewood, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Kala Shankar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kala Shankar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (732) 363-6655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kala Shankar?

    Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (732) 363-6655 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shankar's office located?

    Dr. Shankar's offices are located in Lakewood, NJ, Long Branch, NJ, and Perth Amboy, NJ.