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Dr. Zafar Shaheen, MD

Dr. Zafar Shaheen, MD

Cardiologist

Middlesex, NJ

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shaheen, Cardiologist in Middlesex, NJ?

    Dr. Zafar Shaheen, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Middlesex, NJ. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaheen graduated from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaheen is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaheen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaheen’s office at (732) 469-0565.

    Where did Dr. Shaheen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Shaheen board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Zafar Shaheen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shaheen speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Spanish
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Shaheen typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Shaheen 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. Shaheen. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Shaheen typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zafar Shaheen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shaheen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shaheen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 469-0565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shaheen accept in Middlesex, NJ?

    Dr. Shaheen in Middlesex, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shaheen's office located?

    Dr. Zafar Shaheen's Primary Practice

    498 Union Ave

    Middlesex, NJ 08846

    (732) 469-0565

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

    Dr. Shaheen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982641239.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaheen?

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

    What is Dr. Zafar Shaheen's specialty?

    Dr. Shaheen is a Cardiologist near Middlesex, NJ.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Zafar Shaheen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shaheen is affiliated with Hunterdon Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Dr. Zafar Shaheen accepting new patients in Middlesex, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Zafar Shaheen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zafar Shaheen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office at (732) 469-0565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zafar Shaheen?

    Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office at (732) 469-0565 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shaheen's office located?

    Dr. Shaheen's office is located in Middlesex, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zafar Shaheen have?

    Dr. Zafar Shaheen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.