Overview
Alyssa Shanks, PA-C, is a physician assistant specializing in cardiology and treating a wide range of cardiovascular conditions including heart disease, high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, heart failure and high cholesterol. She is passionate about empowering patients with knowledge and understanding of their disease process and treatment plan. Alyssa earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree at the Christian Brothers University in Memphis. She holds a Bachelor of Science in biochemical, cellular and molecular studies from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. As a compassionate and attentive listener, Alyssa takes time to get to know her patients. She appreciates having meaningful conversations and enhancing each patient’s quality of life. Alyssa grew up in Memphis and recently moved to the Hampton Roads area with her family and rescue pup Gemma. She loves living on the coast and spending time outdoors with her family. When she’s not at work, Alyssa enjoys traveling, practicing yoga and cooking.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Angina.
Dr. Shanks is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Certified Physician Assistant. Dr. Shanks is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
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- POS
- PPO
- EPO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- POS
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
A Department Of Riverside Regional Medical Center 850 Enterprise Parkway, 1300, Hampton, VA 23666
12200 Warwick Boulevard, 590 B, Newport News, VA 23601
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alyssa D. Shanks, PA
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Is Alyssa D. Shanks, PA a top-rated expert for Angina?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Alyssa D. Shanks, PA is classified as an Experienced expert for Angina, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Alyssa D. Shanks, PA specialize in?
While Alyssa D. Shanks, PA is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Angina. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Alyssa D. Shanks, PA accept my insurance?
Alyssa D. Shanks, PA accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-827-7754 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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