Dr. Suven Shankar
Surgical Oncology in Carterville, Illinois
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 19+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Suven Shankar, MD, is a Surgical Oncology specialist in Carterville, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2005, having over 19 years of diverse experience, especially in Surgical Oncology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Herrin Hospital, Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale, St Joseph Memorial Hospital. Dr. Suven Shankar also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp. Dr. Suven Shankar accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (618) 985-3333 to request Dr. Suven Shankar the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Suven Shankar |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
0941443998 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Surgical Oncology (primary specialty)
- General Surgery
Experience
- Over 19 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Suven Shankar graduated from medical school in 2005.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1760605372
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Suven Shankar
Medical Licenses
Dr. Suven Shankar has been primarily specialized in Surgical Oncology for over 19 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Surgery / Surgical Oncology
click for detail Surgical Oncology A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
| 036.132552 | Illinois |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| 036.132552 | Illinois |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Herrin, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Carbondale, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Murphysboro, Illinois | Critical Access Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp
| Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp | 282 |
Practice Locations
1400 Pin Oak Dr
Carterville, IL 62918-1600
Phone: (618) 985-3333
Fax: (618) 985-1318
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, February 10, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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