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Dr. Elhamy Shaker, MD

Teaneck, NJ

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shaker, Internist in Teaneck, NJ?

    Dr. Elhamy Shaker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Teaneck, NJ. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaker graduated from University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at United Hlthcre Sys/United M C, Internal Medicine; United Hosps Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shaker is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaker’s office at (201) 287-1010.

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

    • Residency: United Hlthcre Sys/United M C, Internal Medicine; United Hosps Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | United Health Services Hospitals Inc | United Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Cairo- Fac Of Med- Cairo- Egypt | University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shaker board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Elhamy Shaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shaker speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Shaker treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Shaker 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. Shaker. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Convulsions
    • Epileptic events
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4089: Other seizures

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Shaker perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elhamy Shaker may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaker's office.

    Does Dr. Shaker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 287-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shaker accept in Teaneck, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • Transamerica Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shaker's office located?

    Dr. Elhamy Shaker's Primary Practice

    147 Cedar Ln

    Teaneck, NJ 07666

    (201) 287-1010

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

    Dr. Shaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285665695.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaker?

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

    What is Dr. Elhamy Shaker's specialty?

    Dr. Shaker is a Internist near Teaneck, NJ.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Shaker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elhamy Shaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shaker is affiliated with Holy Name 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Elhamy Shaker accepting new patients in Teaneck, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Elhamy Shaker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elhamy Shaker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shaker's office at (201) 287-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elhamy Shaker?

    Please contact Dr. Shaker's office at (201) 287-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elhamy Shaker have?

    Dr. Elhamy Shaker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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