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Who is Dr. Shammah, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Alaa Shammah, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shammah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shammah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shammah’s office at (317) 621-3700.
What languages does Dr. Shammah speak?
Dr. Shammah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Shammah typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Shammah 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. Shammah. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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 Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Shammah typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alaa Shammah may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Shammah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shammah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shammah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 621-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shammah accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Shammah in Indianapolis, IN 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
CommuniCare Health Services
Medicare
SIHO Holding
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Where is Dr. Shammah's office located?
Dr. Alaa Shammah's Primary Practice
8501 E 56th St Ste 120
Indianapolis, IN 46216
(317) 621-3700
What is Dr. Shammah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shammah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932514999.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shammah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shammah
What is Dr. Alaa Shammah's specialty?
Dr. Shammah is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Indianapolis, IN.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Alaa Shammah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shammah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Community Hospital East, Community Hospital North. 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. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alaa Shammah accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Alaa Shammah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alaa Shammah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shammah's office at (317) 621-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alaa Shammah?
Please contact Dr. Shammah's office at (317) 621-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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