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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shamim, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shahid Shamim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Shamim graduated from Dow Med Coll and completed his residency at West Suburban Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Shamim is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamim’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamim’s office at (301) 452-2116.
Where did Dr. Shamim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Loyola University Hospital
Residency: West Suburban Hospital Medical Center
Medical School: Dow Med Coll
What languages does Dr. Shamim speak?
Dr. Shamim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Shamim treat?
As a Internist, 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:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Shamim perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shahid Shamim may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shamim's office.
Does Dr. Shamim accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 452-2116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamim accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shamim in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shamim's office located?
Dr. Shahid Shamim's Primary Practice
4910 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste 114 Ofc
Washington, DC 20016
(301) 452-2116
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 1932208543.
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. Shahid Shamim's specialty?
Dr. Shamim is a Internist near Washington, DC.
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. Shamim to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shahid Shamim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamim is affiliated with West Suburban 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
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Is Shahid Shamim accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Shahid Shamim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahid Shamim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamim's office at (301) 452-2116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahid Shamim?
Please contact Dr. Shamim's office at (301) 452-2116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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