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Dr. Benjamin Shanker, MD

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shanker, Anesthesiologist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Benjamin Shanker, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shanker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanker’s office at (408) 559-2011.

    What languages does Dr. Shanker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shanker treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Intestinal Diverticula
    • Pouches in Intestine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Polyp
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Rectal Growth
    • Colon Polyp
    • Benign Rectal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K621: Rectal polyp

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid

    What procedures does Dr. Shanker perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shanker 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. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Shanker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shanker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 559-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shanker accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Shanker in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AgeWell

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shanker's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Shanker's Primary Practice

    2425 Samaritan Dr

    San Jose, CA 95124

    (408) 559-2011

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    Dr. Benjamin Shanker's Practice 2

    4756 El Camino Real

    Los Altos Hills, CA 94022

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    Dr. Benjamin Shanker's Practice 3

    3803 S Bascom Ave Ste 204

    Campbell, CA 95008

    (408) 770-4455

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    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 1477843167.

    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. Benjamin Shanker's specialty?

    Dr. Shanker is a Anesthesiologist near San Jose, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Shanker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Shanker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shanker is affiliated with PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist 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 Benjamin Shanker accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Shanker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Shanker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shanker's office at (408) 559-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Shanker?

    Please contact Dr. Shanker's office at (408) 559-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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