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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shanks, Family Medicine Specialist in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Denton Shanks, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shanks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanks’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shanks speak?
Dr. Shanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shanks treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shanks 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. Shanks. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Malabsorption Due to Intolerance
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Food Intolerance Malabsorption
- Digestive Intolerance
- Nutrient Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K9049: Malabsorption due to intolerance, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Left Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching left elbow
- Sore left elbow
- Left elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25522: Pain in left elbow
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Shanks perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Denton Shanks may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shanks' office.
Does Dr. Shanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanks 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. Shanks accept in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Shanks in Kansas City, KS 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
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other TPA
Quartz Health Solutions
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shanks' office located?
What is Dr. Shanks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811334550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanks
What is Dr. Denton Shanks's specialty?
Dr. Shanks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kansas City, KS. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Shanks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Denton Shanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shanks is affiliated with The University Of Kansas 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Denton Shanks accepting new patients in Kansas City, KS?
Yes, Dr. Denton Shanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Denton Shanks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanks's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Denton Shanks?
Please contact Dr. Shanks's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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