20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shannon, Rheumatologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Sean Shannon, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Shannon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shannon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shannon’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shannon speak?
Dr. Shannon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Shannon typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Shannon 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. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Shannon typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sean Shannon may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Shannon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shannon accept my insurance?
Dr. Shannon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shannon accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Shannon in Baton Rouge, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shannon's office located?
What is Dr. Shannon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shannon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619995487.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shannon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shannon
What is Dr. Sean Shannon's specialty?
Dr. Shannon is a Rheumatologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Sean Shannon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shannon is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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
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Is Sean Shannon accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sean Shannon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sean Shannon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shannon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sean Shannon?
Please contact Dr. Shannon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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