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Who is Dr. Shaikh, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ahmed Shaikh, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shaikh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaikh’s office at (877) 978-0799.
Is Dr. Shaikh board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Shaikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaikh speak?
Dr. Shaikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shaikh typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shaikh typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Shaikh may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 978-0799 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaikh accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Shaikh in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Imperial Health Holdings
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Shaikh's Primary Practice
16088 San Pedro Ave
San Antonio, TX 78232
(877) 978-0799
What is Dr. Shaikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265579882.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaikh
What is Dr. Ahmed Shaikh's specialty?
Dr. Shaikh is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Shaikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shaikh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Patients Er And 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. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ahmed Shaikh accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Shaikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Shaikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (877) 978-0799 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Shaikh?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (877) 978-0799 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed Shaikh have?
Dr. Ahmed Shaikh is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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