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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shankar, Hospitalist in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Uday Shankar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Urbana, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shankar is fluent in English, 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 (217) 383-3129.
What languages does Dr. Shankar speak?
Dr. Shankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shankar treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Shankar perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Uday Shankar may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shankar's office.
Does Dr. Shankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Shankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-3129 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shankar accept in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Shankar in Urbana, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Shankar's office located?
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 1992901185.
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. Uday Shankar's specialty?
Dr. Shankar is a Hospitalist near Urbana, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Shankar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uday Shankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shankar is affiliated with Carle Foundation 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Uday Shankar accepting new patients in Urbana, IL?
Yes, Dr. Uday Shankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uday Shankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (217) 383-3129 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uday Shankar?
Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (217) 383-3129 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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