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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shannon-Alferes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Shannon-Alferes, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shannon-Alferes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shannon-Alferes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shannon-Alferes’s office at (818) 676-4000.
What languages does Dr. Shannon-Alferes speak?
Dr. Shannon-Alferes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shannon-Alferes typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shannon-Alferes 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. Shannon-Alferes. 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:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shannon-Alferes typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Shannon-Alferes may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shannon-Alferes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shannon-Alferes accept my insurance?
Dr. Shannon-Alferes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 676-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shannon-Alferes accept in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Shannon-Alferes in West Hills, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shannon-Alferes' office located?
Dr. Benjamin Shannon-Alferes' Primary Practice
7300 Medical Center Dr
West Hills, CA 91307
(818) 676-4000
What is Dr. Shannon-Alferes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shannon-Alferes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487146593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shannon-Alferes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shannon-Alferes
What is Dr. Benjamin Shannon-Alferes's specialty?
Dr. Shannon-Alferes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near West Hills, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Shannon-Alferes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shannon-Alferes is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Benjamin Shannon-Alferes accepting new patients in West Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Shannon-Alferes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Shannon-Alferes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shannon-Alferes's office at (818) 676-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Shannon-Alferes?
Please contact Dr. Shannon-Alferes's office at (818) 676-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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