Dr. Akram Shaar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Shaar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaar’s office at (978) 977-6336.
Is Dr. Shaar board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Akram Shaar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaar speak?
Dr. Shaar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shaar treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shaar 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. Shaar. 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.
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:
High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Shaar perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akram Shaar may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaar's office.
Does Dr. Shaar accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 977-6336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaar accept in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Shaar in Burlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Shaar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588817241.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaar
What is Dr. Akram Shaar's specialty?
Dr. Shaar is a Hospitalist near Burlington, MA.
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. Contact Dr. Shaar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akram Shaar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shaar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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.
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Is Akram Shaar accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Akram Shaar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akram Shaar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaar's office at (978) 977-6336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akram Shaar?
Please contact Dr. Shaar's office at (978) 977-6336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akram Shaar have?
Dr. Akram Shaar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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