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Who is Dr. Alexander, Infectious Disease Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Shane Alexander, DO is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (214) 691-8306.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alexander?
Dr. Shane Alexander, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Alexander empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Dallas/TX community, Dr. Alexander is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alexander treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Other Bacterial Infection
- Pseudomonas Infection
- E. Coli Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Various Bacterial Diseases
- Uncommon Bacterial Infections
- Bacterial disease
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection
- Pseudomonas bacteria
- Pseudomonas disease
- Escherichia coli infection
- E. coli bacteria
- E. coli food poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9689: Other specified bacterial agents as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B965: Pseudomonas (aeruginosa) (mallei) (pseudomallei) as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B9620: Unspecified Escherichia coli [E. coli] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Bacteria in Urine
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Bacteriuria
- Urinary bacteria
- Infection in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- R8271: Bacteriuria
Also known as:
- Methicillin-Susceptible Staph Aureus Infection
- MRSA Infection
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- MSSA Infection
- Sensitive Staph Infection
- Non-MRSA Staph
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Infection
- Drug-Resistant Staph
- Superbug infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9561: Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B9562: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Musculoskeletal Imaging
- Abnormal Limb Imaging
- Abnormal bone scan
- Unusual muscle imaging
- Joint imaging findings
- Abnormal arm scan
- Unusual leg imaging
- Limb scan findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R937: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of musculoskeletal system
- R936: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of limbs
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Alexander perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shane Alexander 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alexander's office.
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 691-8306 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Alexander in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
Dr. Shane Alexander's Primary Practice
8230 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 308
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 691-8306
What is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316365679.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. Shane Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Dallas, TX.
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.
Contact Dr. Alexander to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shane Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Shane Alexander accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shane Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shane Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (214) 691-8306 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shane Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (214) 691-8306 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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