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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Shanks, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Donna Shanks, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Shanks graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Bethesda North Hospital. Dr. Shanks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanks’s office at (713) 566-4463.
Where did Dr. Shanks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bethesda North Hospital
Medical School: Ohio University / Main Campus | Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shanks speak?
Dr. Shanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shanks typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shanks 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. Shanks. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
- Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetic Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
- E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shanks typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donna Shanks may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shanks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 566-4463 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanks accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shanks in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shanks' office located?
What is Dr. Shanks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033207196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanks
What is Dr. Donna Shanks's specialty?
Dr. Shanks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Donna Shanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shanks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donna Shanks accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Donna Shanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donna Shanks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanks's office at (713) 566-4463 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donna Shanks?
Please contact Dr. Shanks's office at (713) 566-4463 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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