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20 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shenkman, Interventional Cardiologist in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Heather Shenkman, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Tarzana, CA. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Shenkman graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed her residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Shenkman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shenkman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shenkman’s office at (818) 938-9505.
Where did Dr. Shenkman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
What languages does Dr. Shenkman speak?
Dr. Shenkman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shenkman treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Shenkman 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. Shenkman. 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shenkman perform as an Interventional Cardiologist?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Shenkman may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shenkman's office.
Does Dr. Shenkman accept my insurance?
Dr. Shenkman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 938-9505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shenkman accept in Tarzana, CA?
Dr. Shenkman in Tarzana, CA 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
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shenkman's office located?
Dr. Heather Shenkman's Primary Practice
18663 Ventura Blvd Ste 202
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 938-9505
What is Dr. Shenkman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shenkman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215918800.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shenkman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shenkman
What is Dr. Heather Shenkman's specialty?
Dr. Shenkman is a Interventional Cardiologist near Tarzana, CA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Shenkman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Shenkman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shenkman is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Heather Shenkman accepting new patients in Tarzana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Shenkman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Shenkman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shenkman's office at (818) 938-9505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Shenkman?
Please contact Dr. Shenkman's office at (818) 938-9505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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