33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shirman, Family Medicine Specialist in Burien, WA?
Dr. Amos Shirman, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Burien, WA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Shirman graduated from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Brookhaven Mem Hosp Med C, Family Medicine. Dr. Shirman is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirman’s office at (206) 242-8280.
Where did Dr. Shirman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookhaven Mem Hosp Med C, Family Medicine | Brookhaven Hospital | NYCOMEC/Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health Science | Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Shirman board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Amos Shirman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shirman speak?
Dr. Shirman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shirman typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shirman 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. Shirman. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shirman typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amos Shirman may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shirman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shirman accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 242-8280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirman accept in Burien, WA?
Dr. Shirman in Burien, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shirman's office located?
Dr. Amos Shirman's Primary Practice
16110 8th Ave SW Ste C1
Burien, WA 98166
(206) 242-8280
What is Dr. Shirman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598856379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirman
What is Dr. Amos Shirman's specialty?
Dr. Shirman is a Family Medicine Specialist near Burien, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Amos Shirman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shirman is affiliated with St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital, Valley Medical Center, Swedish First Hill Campus, Multicare Tacoma General 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Amos Shirman accepting new patients in Burien, WA?
Yes, Dr. Amos Shirman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amos Shirman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirman's office at (206) 242-8280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amos Shirman?
Please contact Dr. Shirman's office at (206) 242-8280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amos Shirman have?
Dr. Amos Shirman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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