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Who is Dr. Shamim, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Flint, MI?
Dr. Muhammed Shamim is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Flint, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shamim is fluent in English, Arabic, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamim’s office at (810) 275-9333.
What languages does Dr. Shamim speak?
Dr. Shamim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Shamim treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Shamim 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. Shamim. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in right lower leg
- Right lower leg discomfort
- Sore right lower leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79661: Pain in right lower leg
What procedures does Dr. Shamim perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Shamim performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shamim. 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:
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
- Phalanx Fracture Treatment
- Closed Finger Fracture Care
- Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
- Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
- 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
- Distal Fibula Fracture Care
- Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Arthrodesis
- Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
- Talocalcaneal Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
- 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Closed Treatment of Big Toe Fracture (No Manipulation)
- Great Toe Phalanx Fracture Treatment
- Broken Big Toe Care
- Non-Surgical Toe Fracture Treatment
- Big Toe Bone Fracture Care
CPT Codes:
- 28490: Closed treatment of fracture great toe, phalanx or phalanges; without manipulation
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
Also known as:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Flexor Tendon Repair
- Secondary Leg Tendon Repair
- Leg Tendon Graft
- Flexor Tendon Surgery Leg
CPT Codes:
- 27659: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; secondary, with or without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Release
- Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
- Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
- Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment
- Tarsal fracture treatment
- Foot fracture repair without manipulation
- Broken foot bone care
CPT Codes:
- 28450: Treatment of tarsal bone fracture (except talus and calcaneus); without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Shamim accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 275-9333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamim accept in Flint, MI?
Dr. Shamim in Flint, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
California Foundation for Medical Care
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Centene
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
State of Michigan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shamim's office located?
What is Dr. Shamim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619537255.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamim
What is Dr. Muhammed Shamim's specialty?
Dr. Shamim is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Flint, MI. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Shamim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muhammed Shamim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamim is affiliated with Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Ascension Genesys Hospital, Hurley Medical Center, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, McLaren Flint, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Muhammed Shamim accepting new patients in Flint, MI?
Yes, Dr. Muhammed Shamim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammed Shamim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamim's office at (810) 275-9333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammed Shamim?
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