Summary

Dr. Suven Shankar treats ascites, pancreatic cancer, and ampullary cancer, and practices oncology and surgical oncology. He is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and is affiliated with Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. He sees patients in Carterville, Illinois. He speaks English, Hindi, and Kannada. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shankar 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi, Kannada
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

SIH Cancer Institute

1400 Pin Oak DrCarterville, IL 62918
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Carterville , ILCarbondale , ILCarterville , ILMarion , IL
Med School: Kurnool Medical College Med School: University De Caldas, Fac De Med, Manizales, Colombia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Suven Shankar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Suven Shankar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Suven Shankar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

Suven Shankar holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

NPI Number

Suven Shankar's NPI number is 1760605372.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Suven Shankar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Suven Shankar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Suven Shankar speak?
Suven Shankar speaks English, Hindi, and Kannada.
Where is Suven Shankar's office located?
Suven Shankar's office is located at 1400 Pin Oak Dr, Carterville, IL, 62918.
How can I make an appointment with Suven Shankar?
You can find contact information for Suven Shankar here on Vitals.
Does Suven Shankar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Suven Shankar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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