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Dr. James Shanks, MD

Hematology*
3.7 (9)
Map Pin Small Saint Paul, MN
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Shanks, MD

Dr. James Shanks, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Saint Paul, MN. Dr. Shanks, completed a fellowship at Providence Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Shanks an average 3.7 star rating.

Dr. Shanks works at Practice in Saint Paul, MN. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shanks' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    1575 Beam Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55109 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (651) 232-7970
  2. 2
    Office
    1875 Woodwinds Dr Ste WL20, Saint Paul, MN 55125 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (651) 232-0500

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  • M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center
  • M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital
  • M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank
  • M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital

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    3.7
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    About Dr. James Shanks, MD

    Specialties*
    • Hematology

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1255393906
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Providence Hospital
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    Internship
    Board Certifications
    • Hematology and Medical Oncology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. James Shanks, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shanks is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Shanks. The overall rating for this provider is 3.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shanks.

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