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Who is Dr. Scanks, Internist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Keira Scanks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Scanks completed her residency at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. Dr. Scanks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scanks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scanks’s office at (214) 947-2306.
Where did Dr. Scanks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Is Dr. Scanks board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Keira Scanks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scanks speak?
Dr. Scanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scanks treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Scanks 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. Scanks. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Scanks perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Keira Scanks may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scanks' office.
Does Dr. Scanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Scanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 947-2306 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scanks accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Scanks in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
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Where is Dr. Scanks' office located?
What is Dr. Scanks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356540223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scanks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scanks
What is Dr. Keira Scanks's specialty?
Dr. Scanks is a Internist near Dallas, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Scanks to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Keira Scanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scanks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pampa Regional Medical Center, Scenic Mountain Medical Center, Pampa Regional Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Keira Scanks accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Keira Scanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keira Scanks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scanks's office at (214) 947-2306 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keira Scanks?
Please contact Dr. Scanks's office at (214) 947-2306 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Keira Scanks have?
Dr. Keira Scanks is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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