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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shamash, Pediatrician in New York, NY?
Dr. Jacob Shamash, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shamash is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamash’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamash’s office at (646) 962-5437.
What languages does Dr. Shamash speak?
Dr. Shamash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shamash treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Shamash 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. Shamash. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shamash perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Jacob Shamash may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shamash's office.
Does Dr. Shamash accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 962-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamash accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Shamash in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Healthfirst
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
MetroPlus
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shamash's office located?
Dr. Jacob Shamash's Primary Practice
575 Lexington Ave Rm 1105
New York, NY 10022
(646) 962-5437
What is Dr. Shamash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871174177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamash
What is Dr. Jacob Shamash's specialty?
Dr. Shamash is a Pediatrician near New York, NY. 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. Shamash to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jacob Shamash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamash is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving 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?
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Is Jacob Shamash accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jacob Shamash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jacob Shamash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamash's office at (646) 962-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jacob Shamash?
Please contact Dr. Shamash's office at (646) 962-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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