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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sankar, Rheumatologist in West Bloomfield, MI?
Dr. Shobana Sankar, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in West Bloomfield, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sankar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sankar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sankar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Sankar speak?
Dr. Sankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sankar treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Sankar 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. Sankar. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M05741: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
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:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Crystal arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A00X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, unspecified site, without tophus (tophi)
Which procedures does Dr. Sankar perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shobana Sankar may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sankar's office.
Does Dr. Sankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sankar 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. Sankar accept in West Bloomfield, MI?
Dr. Sankar in West Bloomfield, MI 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Sankar's office located?
What is Dr. Sankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093153900.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sankar
What is Dr. Shobana Sankar's specialty?
Dr. Sankar is a Rheumatologist near West Bloomfield, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Sankar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shobana Sankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sankar is affiliated with Henry Ford 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
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Is Shobana Sankar accepting new patients in West Bloomfield, MI?
Yes, Dr. Shobana Sankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shobana Sankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sankar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shobana Sankar?
Please contact Dr. Sankar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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