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Dr. Lavanya Shankar, MD

Hoffman Estates, IL

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shankar, Pediatrician in Hoffman Estates, IL?

    Dr. Lavanya Shankar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hoffman Estates, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Shankar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shankar’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankar’s office at (847) 490-6974.

    Is Dr. Shankar board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lavanya Shankar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Shankar speak?

    Dr. Shankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shankar treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shankar 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. Shankar. 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:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Enterovirus Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
    • Enteroviral disease
    • Intestinal virus infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
    • B341: Enterovirus infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Involuntary Movements
    • Movement Disorder
    • Uncontrolled Body Movements
    • Dyskinesia
    • Tremors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Shankar perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Lavanya Shankar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shankar's office.

    Does Dr. Shankar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 490-6974 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shankar accept in Hoffman Estates, IL?

    Dr. Shankar in Hoffman Estates, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Sparrow

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shankar's office located?

    Dr. Lavanya Shankar's Primary Practice

    1555 N Barrington Rd

    Hoffman Estates, IL 60169

    (847) 490-6974

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    Dr. Lavanya Shankar's Practice 2

    225 E Chicago Ave

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    What is Dr. Shankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104826544.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shankar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shankar

    What is Dr. Lavanya Shankar's specialty?

    Dr. Shankar is a Pediatrician near Hoffman Estates, IL. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Shankar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lavanya Shankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shankar is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Lavanya Shankar accepting new patients in Hoffman Estates, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Lavanya Shankar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lavanya Shankar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (847) 490-6974 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lavanya Shankar?

    Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (847) 490-6974 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lavanya Shankar have?

    Dr. Lavanya Shankar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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