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Who is Dr. Shim, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Fayetteville, NC?
Dr. Ahmed Shim, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shim is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shim’s office at (910) 321-1012.
What languages does Dr. Shim speak?
Dr. Shim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Shim typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Shim 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. Shim. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Shim typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Shim 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. Shim. 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:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
- Heart Pacemaker Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular
Also known as:
- Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
- Transcatheter Pacemaker
- Wireless Pacemaker Implant
- Right Ventricular Pacemaker
CPT Codes:
- 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Shim accept my insurance?
Dr. Shim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 321-1012 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shim accept in Fayetteville, NC?
Dr. Shim in Fayetteville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
SIHO Holding
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shim's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Shim's Primary Practice
3656 Cape Center Dr
Fayetteville, NC 28304
(910) 321-1012
What is Dr. Shim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609273085.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shim
What is Dr. Ahmed Shim's specialty?
Dr. Shim is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Fayetteville, NC.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Shim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shim is affiliated with Columbus Regional Hospital, Hancock Regional Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Hendricks Regional Health 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
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Is Ahmed Shim accepting new patients in Fayetteville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Shim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Shim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (910) 321-1012 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Shim?
Please contact Dr. Shim's office at (910) 321-1012 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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