
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaikh, Nephrologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Aisha Shaikh, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaikh completed her residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Shaikh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaikh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaikh’s office at (212) 639-2000.
Where did Dr. Shaikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mayo Clinic
Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Shaikh board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Aisha Shaikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaikh speak?
Dr. Shaikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shaikh typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh. 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shaikh typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Aisha Shaikh may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaikh accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Shaikh in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?
What is Dr. Shaikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497734891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaikh
What is Dr. Aisha Shaikh's specialty?
Dr. Shaikh is a Nephrologist near New York, NY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Aisha Shaikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaikh is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Penn Medicine Lancaster 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
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Is Aisha Shaikh accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Aisha Shaikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aisha Shaikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aisha Shaikh?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aisha Shaikh have?
Dr. Aisha Shaikh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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