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Dr. Najwa Shammas, MD

Burbank, CA

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shammas, Pediatrician in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Najwa Shammas, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA. She has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Shammas is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shammas’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shammas’s office at (818) 843-0390.

    What languages does Dr. Shammas speak?

    Dr. Shammas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shammas treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shammas diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shammas. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Hyperactive ADHD
    • Impulsive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Shammas perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Najwa Shammas may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shammas' office.

    Does Dr. Shammas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shammas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 843-0390 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shammas accept in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Shammas in Burbank, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shammas' office located?

    Dr. Najwa Shammas' Primary Practice

    2006 W Burbank Blvd

    Burbank, CA 91506

    (818) 843-0390

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    What is Dr. Shammas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shammas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487769451.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shammas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shammas

    What is Dr. Najwa Shammas's specialty?

    Dr. Shammas is a Pediatrician near Burbank, CA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Shammas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Najwa Shammas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shammas is affiliated with Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Najwa Shammas accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Najwa Shammas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Najwa Shammas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shammas's office at (818) 843-0390 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Najwa Shammas?

    Please contact Dr. Shammas's office at (818) 843-0390 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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