SARA G. SHANK MD, FAAP – NPI #1588185177
Pediatrics

A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with special training and experience who aims to foster understanding and promotion of optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care and advocacy efforts. This physician assists in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of developmental difficulties and problematic behaviors in children and in the family dysfunctions that compromise children's development.

SARA SHANK is a physician located in COVINGTON, LA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1588185177 to SARA SHANK on July 05, 2017. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 2080P0006X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Pediatrics, specializing in Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics

The NPI profile was last updated on Oct 22, 2024. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for SARA SHANK below.

NPI Profile for
SARA G. SHANK

NPI Number
1588185177
Enumeration Date

(about 9 years ago)
Entity Type
Type-1  Individual (Female)
Legal Name
SARA G. SHANK
Credentials
MD, FAAP
Primary location
69318 HIGHWAY 21
COVINGTON, LA 70433-7220
Phone: (985) 607-6476 Fax:
1 Other location(s):
1601 Center St
Mobile, AL 36604-1541
Phone: (251) 410-5437
Fax: (251) 415-8578
Mailing address
PO BOX 746450
ATLANTA, GA 30374-6450
Phone: (866) 401-3057 Fax: (318) 868-6430
Sole Proprietor
No
Updated
Certification Date
Oct 22, 2024

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Taxonomy Code(s)

A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.

Taxonomy Classification / Specialization State License
2080P0006X
- Pediatrics / Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics (Primary)
AL MD.46169

The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.

Additional Information

Medicare Ordering & Referring
Provider can:
  • Refer to Part B
  • Order Durable Medical Equipment
  • Refer to Home Health Agency
  • Order Power Mobility Devices

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