36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shankle, Neurologist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. William Shankle, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Shankle is fluent in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shankle’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankle’s office at (949) 478-8858.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shankle?
Dr. William Shankle, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shankle empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Newport Beach, CA community, Dr. Shankle is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Shankle speak?
Dr. Shankle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Shankle typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shankle 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. Shankle. 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:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Other Types of Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Atypical Alzheimer's
- Rare Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G308: Other Alzheimer's disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Shankle typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shankle 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. Shankle. 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:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Shankle accept my insurance?
Dr. Shankle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 478-8858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shankle accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Shankle in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shankle's office located?
Dr. William Shankle's Primary Practice
3900 W Coast Hwy Ste 310
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 478-8858
What is Dr. Shankle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shankle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932246584.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shankle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shankle
What is Dr. William Shankle's specialty?
Dr. Shankle is a Neurologist near Newport Beach, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. William Shankle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shankle is affiliated with Uci 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. 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 William Shankle accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Shankle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Shankle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shankle's office at (949) 478-8858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Shankle?
Please contact Dr. Shankle's office at (949) 478-8858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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