31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Richardson, TX?
Dr. Shahab Ahmad, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richardson, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Ahmad graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (972) 235-2304.
Where did Dr. Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Karachi Medical and Dental College
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shahab Ahmad may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 235-2304 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Richardson, TX?
Dr. Ahmad in Richardson, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Shahab Ahmad's Primary Practice
399 W Campbell Rd Ste 304
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 235-2304
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558329979.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Shahab Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Richardson, TX.
Is this Dr. Shahab Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Medical City Plano Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Methodist Mckinney 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adolescent 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 Shahab Ahmad accepting new patients in Richardson, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shahab Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahab Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (972) 235-2304 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahab Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (972) 235-2304 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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