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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elsherif, Endocrinologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ahmed Elsherif, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Elsherif is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elsherif’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elsherif’s office at (210) 358-7500.
What languages does Dr. Elsherif speak?
Dr. Elsherif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Elsherif typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Elsherif 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. Elsherif. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Elsherif typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Elsherif 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. Elsherif. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Elsherif accept my insurance?
Dr. Elsherif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elsherif accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Elsherif in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elsherif's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Elsherif's Primary Practice
701 S Zarzamora St
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 358-7500
What is Dr. Elsherif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elsherif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043731037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elsherif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elsherif
What is Dr. Ahmed Elsherif's specialty?
Dr. Elsherif is a Endocrinologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Elsherif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elsherif is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Dhr 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 Elsherif accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Elsherif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Elsherif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elsherif's office at (210) 358-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Elsherif?
Please contact Dr. Elsherif's office at (210) 358-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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