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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shank, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Sara Shank, MD is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shank is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shank’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shank’s office at (251) 410-5437.
What languages does Dr. Shank speak?
Dr. Shank and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shank treat?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Shank 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. Shank. 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Delayed Child Development
- Child Development
- Developmental delay
- Slow development in children
- Milestone delays
ICD-10 Codes:
- R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
What procedures does Dr. Shank perform?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Shank 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. Shank. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Shank accept my insurance?
Dr. Shank accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 410-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shank accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Shank in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Triple-S
BCBS Unspecified
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Ochsner Health System
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shank's office located?
Dr. Sara Shank's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(251) 410-5437
What is Dr. Shank's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shank's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588185177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shank?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shank
What is Dr. Sara Shank's specialty?
Dr. Shank is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician near New Orleans, LA. A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with advanced training and experience focused on promoting the optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care, and advocacy. This physician plays a key role in preventing, diagnosing, and managing developmental challenges and problematic behaviors in children, as well as addressing family dysfunctions that may hinder children's development. Contact Dr. Shank to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sara Shank affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shank is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Slidell Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?
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Is Sara Shank accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Shank is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Shank offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shank's office at (251) 410-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Shank?
Please contact Dr. Shank's office at (251) 410-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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