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Who is Dr. Kanakatti Shankar, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She is board certified. Dr. Kanakatti Shankar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanakatti Shankar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanakatti Shankar’s office at (202) 476-2121.
Is Dr. Kanakatti Shankar board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kanakatti Shankar speak?
Dr. Kanakatti Shankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Kanakatti Shankar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Kanakatti 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. Kanakatti 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:
- Turner Syndrome
- Monosomy X
- 45,X Karyotype
- Ullrich-Turner Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q969: Turner's syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Kanakatti Shankar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Kanakatti Shankar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kanakatti Shankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kanakatti Shankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kanakatti Shankar accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Kanakatti Shankar in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Riverside Health
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Where is Dr. Kanakatti Shankar's office located?
Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar's Primary Practice
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 476-2121
What is Dr. Kanakatti Shankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kanakatti Shankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659536696.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanakatti Shankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kanakatti Shankar
What is Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar's specialty?
Dr. Kanakatti Shankar is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kanakatti Shankar is affiliated with Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Roopa Kanakatti Shankar accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kanakatti Shankar's office at (202) 476-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roopa Kanakatti Shankar?
Please contact Dr. Kanakatti Shankar's office at (202) 476-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar have?
Dr. Roopa Kanakatti Shankar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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