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Who is Dr. Shunkwiler, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Sara Shunkwiler, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Shunkwiler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shunkwiler’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shunkwiler speak?
Dr. Shunkwiler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Shunkwiler typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Shunkwiler 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. Shunkwiler. 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:
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- IUD Insertion
- First-time Birth Control Shot Prescription
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Initial injectable contraceptive prescription
- Starting Depo-Provera
- New birth control injection order
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z30013: Encounter for initial prescription of injectable contraceptive
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
Also known as:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Birth Control Implant Prescription
- Birth Control
- Contraceptive Implant
- Nexplanon Prescription
- Subdermal Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30017: Encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Shunkwiler typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Shunkwiler 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. Shunkwiler. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Does Dr. Shunkwiler accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Shunkwiler's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Shunkwiler's office located?
What is Dr. Shunkwiler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shunkwiler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629158688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shunkwiler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shunkwiler
What is Dr. Sara Shunkwiler's specialty?
Dr. Shunkwiler is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Des Moines, IA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Sara Shunkwiler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shunkwiler 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sara Shunkwiler accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Shunkwiler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Shunkwiler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shunkwiler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Shunkwiler?
Please contact Dr. Shunkwiler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Shunkwiler
431 E Locust St
Des Moines, IA 50309