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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shanker, Pediatrician in Austin, TX?
Dr. Shruti Shanker, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shanker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanker’s office at (512) 324-0165.
What languages does Dr. Shanker speak?
Dr. Shanker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shanker typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shanker 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. Shanker. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shanker typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shruti Shanker may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Shanker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shanker accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 324-0165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanker accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Shanker in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shanker's office located?
What is Dr. Shanker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962721019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanker
What is Dr. Shruti Shanker's specialty?
Dr. Shanker is a Pediatrician near Austin, TX.
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 this Dr. Shruti Shanker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shanker is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Shruti Shanker accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shruti Shanker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shruti Shanker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanker's office at (512) 324-0165 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shruti Shanker?
Please contact Dr. Shanker's office at (512) 324-0165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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