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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shahid, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Saadia Shahid is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Shahid is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shahid’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shahid’s office at (281) 558-3444.
What languages does Dr. Shahid speak?
Dr. Shahid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shahid typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shahid 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. Shahid. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shahid typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Saadia Shahid may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shahid's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shahid accept my insurance?
Dr. Shahid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 558-3444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shahid accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shahid in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shahid's office located?
What is Dr. Shahid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shahid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669749669.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shahid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shahid
What is Dr. Saadia Shahid's specialty?
Dr. Shahid is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Saadia Shahid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shahid is affiliated with Rio Grande Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Saadia Shahid accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Saadia Shahid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saadia Shahid offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shahid's office at (281) 558-3444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saadia Shahid?
Please contact Dr. Shahid's office at (281) 558-3444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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