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Dr. Shanna Elston, DO

Sylvania, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elston, Internist in Sylvania, OH?

    Dr. Shanna Elston, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sylvania, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Elston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elston’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elston’s office at (419) 291-7555.

    What languages does Dr. Elston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Elston treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Elston 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. Elston. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Lung Function Test
    • Lung Disease
    • Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
    • Unusual Breathing Test
    • Lung Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Elston perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shanna Elston may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elston's office.

    Does Dr. Elston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 291-7555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elston accept in Sylvania, OH?

    Dr. Elston in Sylvania, OH 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Elston's office located?

    Dr. Shanna Elston's Primary Practice

    5200 Harroun Rd

    Sylvania, OH 43560

    (419) 291-7555

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    Dr. Shanna Elston's Practice 2

    1920 Glen Springs Dr

    Fremont, OH 43420

    (419) 333-6436

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    Dr. Shanna Elston's Practice 3

    1200 Ralston Ave

    Defiance, OH 43512

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

    Dr. Elston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659683308.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elston?

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

    What is Dr. Shanna Elston's specialty?

    Dr. Elston is a Internist near Sylvania, OH.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Elston to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shanna Elston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elston is affiliated with Promedica Toledo Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Shanna Elston accepting new patients in Sylvania, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Shanna Elston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shanna Elston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elston's office at (419) 291-7555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shanna Elston?

    Please contact Dr. Elston's office at (419) 291-7555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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