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Who is Dr. Shankaran, Infectious Disease Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shankaran completed her residency at New York Methodist Hospital - Internal Medicine. Dr. Shankaran is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shankaran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankaran’s office at (757) 446-8999.
Where did Dr. Shankaran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Virginia Commonwealth University - Infectious Disease
Residency: New York Methodist Hospital - Internal Medicine
Medical School: K. J. Somaiya Medical College, India (Education)
Is Dr. Shankaran board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shankaran speak?
Dr. Shankaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shankaran typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shankaran 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. Shankaran. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shankaran typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Shankaran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shankaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Shankaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 446-8999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shankaran accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shankaran in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shankaran's office located?
Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran's Primary Practice
600 S Paulina St Ste 140
Chicago, IL 60612
(757) 446-8999
What is Dr. Shankaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shankaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861628364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shankaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shankaran
What is Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran's specialty?
Dr. Shankaran is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shankaran is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shivanjali Shankaran accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shankaran's office at (757) 446-8999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shivanjali Shankaran?
Please contact Dr. Shankaran's office at (757) 446-8999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran have?
Dr. Shivanjali Shankaran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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