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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shakya, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shalin Shakya, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shakya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shakya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shakya’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shakya speak?
Dr. Shakya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shakya typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shakya 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. Shakya. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shakya typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Shalin Shakya may include:
Please contact Dr. Shakya's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shakya accept my insurance?
Dr. Shakya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shakya accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shakya in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shakya's office located?
What is Dr. Shakya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shakya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548573173.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shakya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shakya
What is Dr. Shalin Shakya's specialty?
Dr. Shakya is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Shalin Shakya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shakya is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shalin Shakya accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shalin Shakya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shalin Shakya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shakya's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shalin Shakya?
Please contact Dr. Shakya's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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