42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shitia, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Cheshire, CT?
Dr. Husam Shitia, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cheshire, CT. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shitia graduated from Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Griffin Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shitia is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shitia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shitia’s office at (203) 271-3132.
Where did Dr. Shitia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Griffin Hosp, Internal Medicine | Griffin Hospital Program
Medical School: University Of Cairo- Fac Of Med- Cairo- Egypt | Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Shitia board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Husam Shitia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shitia speak?
Dr. Shitia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Shitia treat?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shitia 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. Shitia. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Subacute Cough
- Cough
- Lingering cough
- Persistent cough (medium term)
- Prolonged cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R052: Subacute cough
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Tailbone Area Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Tailbone Area
- Sacrococcygeal Radiculopathy
- Lower Spine Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5418: Radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
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:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Irritant Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Irritant skin rash
- Skin irritation
- Plant skin reaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- L247: Irritant contact dermatitis due to plants, except food
Also known as:
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R062: Wheezing
Which procedures does Dr. Shitia perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Husam Shitia may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shitia's office.
Does Dr. Shitia accept my insurance?
Dr. Shitia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 271-3132 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shitia accept in Cheshire, CT?
Dr. Shitia in Cheshire, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shitia's office located?
Dr. Husam Shitia's Primary Practice
430 Highland Ave Ste 1
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 271-3132
What is Dr. Shitia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shitia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972604528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shitia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shitia
What is Dr. Husam Shitia's specialty?
Dr. Shitia is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Cheshire, CT. Contact Dr. Shitia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Husam Shitia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shitia is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center, Hartford 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
Where can I learn more about Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Husam Shitia accepting new patients in Cheshire, CT?
Yes, Dr. Husam Shitia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Husam Shitia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shitia's office at (203) 271-3132 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Husam Shitia?
Please contact Dr. Shitia's office at (203) 271-3132 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Husam Shitia have?
Dr. Husam Shitia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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