Sandra Schank, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 35 years in psychiatry & neurology, Sandra Schank, M.D. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Placerville. Trained at University of Nebraska College of Medicine (class of 1991), she has been practicing for over 35 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 959dNPPES updated 2023-09-20 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.5%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.7 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
49
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
63
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,037
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $193k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Board certified · Sep 19, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Nebraska College of Medicine (Class of 1991)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Sandra Schank
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sandra Schank for cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Placerville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandra Schank
NPI records show Dr. Schank as active with telehealth listed in Placerville, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (530) 387-4185.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sandra Schank
Practice Location
5168 Honpie Rd, Placerville, CA 95667-8682
Mailing Address
5168 Honpie Rd, Placerville, CA 95667-8682
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