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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shakir, Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Afaaf Shakir, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Shakir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shakir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shakir’s office at (800) 926-8273.
What languages does Dr. Shakir speak?
Dr. Shakir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Shakir typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Shakir 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. Shakir. 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:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Breast implant hardening
- Breast Reconstruction
- Capsular contracture
- Breast implant scar tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8544XA: Capsular contracture of breast implant, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Shakir typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Afaaf Shakir may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
Please contact Dr. Shakir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shakir accept my insurance?
Dr. Shakir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shakir accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Shakir in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shakir's office located?
What is Dr. Shakir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shakir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902335094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shakir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shakir
What is Dr. Afaaf Shakir's specialty?
Dr. Shakir is a Plastic Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.
Is this Dr. Afaaf Shakir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shakir is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
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Is Afaaf Shakir accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Afaaf Shakir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afaaf Shakir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shakir's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afaaf Shakir?
Please contact Dr. Shakir's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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