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Dr. Heather Shenkman, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Tarzana, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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 with 1 additional practice location. 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 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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Shenkman typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
    • Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
    • Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Shenkman typically perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Shenkman may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shenkman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Heather Shenkman's Practice 2

    5400 Balboa Blvd Ste 131

    Encino, CA 91316

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    What is Dr. Shenkman's NPI number?A 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 an Interventional Cardiologist near Tarzana, CA.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is 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, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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

    When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Heather Shenkman?

    Please contact Dr. Shenkman's office at (818) 938-9505 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shenkman's office located?

    Dr. Shenkman's offices are located in Tarzana, CA and Encino, CA.