Dr. Joseph Shams, MD
New York, NY
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shams, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in New York, NY?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shams?
Dr. Joseph Shams, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shams empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Dialysis Access, Uterine Fibroid Embolization, Varicocele, Varicose Veins, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Shams is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Shams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Mc
Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Shams board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Shams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Shams speak?
Dr. Shams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Shams typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Shams 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. Shams. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Left Leg Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PAD left leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia left leg
- Severe left leg artery pain
- PAD both legs pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
- Severe bilateral leg artery pain
- Right leg claudication
- PAD right leg pain with activity
- Right leg artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70222: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, left leg
- I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs
- I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg
Also known as:
- Lumps or Swelling in Both Legs
- Bilateral Leg Swelling
- Masses on Both Legs
- Swelling in Both Lower Limbs
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2243: Localized swelling, mass and lump, lower limb, bilateral
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Right Leg Lump or Swelling
- Right Lower Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Leg
- Right Leg Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2241: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right lower limb
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Shams typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Shams performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shams. 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:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Additional Vessel)
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Leg Artery Repair
CPT Codes:
- 37232: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery, unilateral, each additional vessel; with transluminal angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Does Dr. Shams accept my insurance?
Dr. Shams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-8395 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shams accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Shams in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Other TPA
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What hospitals are Dr. Shams affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shams has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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What is Dr. Shams's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659301125.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shams?
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