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Dr. Sheela Ananth, MD

Pediatrician

Independence, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ananth, Pediatrician in Independence, MO?

    Dr. Sheela Ananth, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Independence, MO. She is board certified. Dr. Ananth completed her residency at Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Pediatrics; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Pediatrics. Dr. Ananth is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ananth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ananth’s office at (816) 373-1111.

    Where did Dr. Ananth go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ks Sch Of Med, Pediatrics; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Mysore Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mysore- Karnataka- India

    Is Dr. Ananth board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sheela Ananth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ananth speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ananth typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ananth 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. Ananth. 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ananth typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sheela Ananth may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ananth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ananth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 373-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ananth accept in Independence, MO?

    Dr. Ananth in Independence, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ananth's office located?

    Dr. Sheela Ananth's Primary Practice

    2310 S Redwood Ave

    Independence, MO 64057

    (816) 373-1111

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    What is Dr. Ananth's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ananth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285681460.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ananth?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ananth

    What is Dr. Sheela Ananth's specialty?

    Dr. Ananth is a Pediatrician near Independence, MO.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Sheela Ananth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ananth is affiliated with Centerpoint 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Sheela Ananth accepting new patients in Independence, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Sheela Ananth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sheela Ananth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ananth's office at (816) 373-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sheela Ananth?

    Please contact Dr. Ananth's office at (816) 373-1111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ananth's office located?

    Dr. Ananth's office is located in Independence, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sheela Ananth have?

    Dr. Sheela Ananth is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.