Summary

Dr. Keshava Shivashankar is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from Kasturba Medical College Manipal and brings five decades of experience to his practice. Dr. Shivashankar speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog, allowing him to care for patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Shivashankar is affiliated with Saint Michaels Medical Center and practices in Belleville, New Jersey. His expertise includes treating high blood pressure emergencies and advanced kidney disease. He performs heart imaging procedures like echocardiograms and contrast studies to evaluate cardiac function. Patients rate him 4.1 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 50 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog
  • Kasturba Medical College Manipal
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Keshava Murthy Shivashankar has 3 locations

Essex Nephrology And Medical Center Pc

140 Belmont Ave Ste 102Belleville, NJ 07109
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Clara Maass Medical Center

1 Clara Maass DrBelleville, NJ 07109

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

201 Lyons AveNewark, NJ 07112

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Dr. Keshava Murthy Shivashankar, MDDr. Joseph Tenenbaum, MDDr. Steven Owen Marx, MDDr. Mohammed Aslam Khan, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
4.7 
50 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Russian, Spanish
Belleville , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: George Washington University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Keshava Murthy Shivashankar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Keshava Murthy Shivashankar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Keshava Murthy Shivashankar has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Keshava Murthy Shivashankar holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kasturba Medical College Manipal in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Shivashankar's NPI number is 1811050404.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Keshava Shivashankar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Keshava Shivashankar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Keshava Shivashankar's office located?
Dr. Keshava Shivashankar's office is located at 140 Belmont Ave Ste 102, Belleville, NJ, 07109.
What languages does Dr. Keshava Shivashankar speak?
Dr. Keshava Shivashankar speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog.
Does Dr. Keshava Shivashankar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Keshava Shivashankar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Keshava Shivashankar affiliated with?
Dr. Keshava Shivashankar is affiliated with Saint Michaels Medical Center.

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