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Who is Dr. Shanks, Family Medicine Specialist in Farmington, NM?
Dr. Stephen Shanks, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Farmington, NM with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shanks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanks’s office at (505) 368-6001.
What languages does Dr. Shanks speak?
Dr. Shanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shanks typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shanks typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shanks performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Shanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 368-6001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanks accept in Farmington, NM?
Dr. Shanks in Farmington, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1114346129.
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. Stephen Shanks's specialty?
Dr. Shanks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Farmington, NM.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Stephen Shanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shanks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Shanks accepting new patients in Farmington, NM?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Shanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Shanks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanks's office at (505) 368-6001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Shanks?
Please contact Dr. Shanks's office at (505) 368-6001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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