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Dr. Mina Shaker, MD
Hepatologist
,Internist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Gastroenterologist
,Family Medicine Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaker, Hepatologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Mina Shaker, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Shaker is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaker’s office at (215) 707-1622.
What languages does Dr. Shaker speak?
Dr. Shaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Shaker typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Shaker 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. Shaker. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Shaker typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Shaker 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. Shaker. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Shaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 707-1622 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaker accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shaker in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mina Shaker?
Dr. Shaker has appointments available at his Philadelphia, PA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Shaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780929240.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaker
What is Dr. Mina Shaker's specialty?
Dr. Shaker is a Hepatologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. Mina Shaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaker is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs, Englewood 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 a Hepatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mina Shaker accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mina Shaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mina Shaker offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shaker, or call (215) 707-1622 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Mina Shaker?
Yes, Dr. Shaker offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Shaker, or call (215) 707-1622 for more information.
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