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Dr. Asim Shahid, MD

Dr. Asim Shahid, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shahid, Pediatric Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Asim Shahid is an associate professor of clinical pediatrics in the Department of Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Attending Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He will also serve as the division chief of pediatric neurology and epilepsy at NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital with the task of expanding the services provided by the division. Before joining the Brooklyn faculty, Asim served as division chief of pediatric neurology and epilepsy at Rainbow Babies and Children?s Hospital in Cleveland Ohio. ? Asim obtained his medical degree from Universidad Iberoamericana in Dominican Republic and completed his pediatric residency in Morristown, NJ before pursuing his pediatric neurology fellowship at Rainbow babies and Children?s Hospital in Cleveland, OH. He then completed his epilepsy training at University Hospitals of Cleveland. Asim has worked as a pediatric epileptologist since 2009 treating patients with medically refractory epilepsies with special interest in patients with epileptic encephalopathies, tuberous sclerosis complex and those with surgically remediable epilepsies. Asim also has an interest in clinical trials for patients with medically refractory epilepsy.? Asim believes in providing timely, high-quality care to all his patients and focuses on family centered model. Given his interest in education and aligning with the academic mission of the institution, he strongly believes in evidence-based medicine and staying up to date with the latest research. ??

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shahid?

    Dr. Asim Shahid, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shahid empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Shahid is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Shahid go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Atlantic Health Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Shahid speak?

    Dr. Shahid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Panjabi

    • Punjabi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Shahid treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Fever Seizures in Children
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits
    • Febrile seizures
    • Fever fits
    • Childhood fever seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions
    • R5600: Simple febrile convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Simple Partial Seizures
    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Intractable Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
    • Focal Epilepsy
    • Absence Epilepsy
    • Epileptic Spasms
    • Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Focal Aware Seizures
    • Aura Seizures
    • Symptomatic Partial Seizures
    • Generalized seizures
    • Grand mal seizures
    • Tonic-clonic seizures
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder
    • Drug-resistant LGS
    • Refractory Lennox-Gastaut
    • Hard-to-treat LGS
    • Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
    • Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
    • Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
    • Partial Seizure Disorder
    • Localized Onset Epilepsy
    • Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
    • Petit mal seizures
    • Absence seizures
    • Absence seizure disorder
    • Infantile spasms
    • West syndrome
    • Spasmodic seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40814: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
    • G40A09: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, without status epilepticus
    • G40822: Epileptic spasms, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Involuntary Movements
    • Movement Disorder
    • Uncontrolled Body Movements
    • Dyskinesia
    • Tremors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Specified Condition
    • Past medical conditions
    • Previous health issues
    • History of other diagnoses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87898: Personal history of other specified conditions

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Disorder
    • Movement Disorder
    • Genetic Ataxia
    • Inherited Ataxia
    • Cerebellar Ataxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G119: Hereditary ataxia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shahid accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shahid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shahid accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Shahid in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Chevron

    • Cigna

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shahid's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn

    263 7th Avenue

    Brooklyn, NY 11215

    (917) 300-0553

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    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn

    621 Degraw Street

    Brooklyn, NY 11217

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    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 1962616730.

    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. Asim Shahid's specialty?

    Dr. Shahid is a Pediatric Neurologist near Brooklyn, NY. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Shahid to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Asim Shahid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shahid is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Neurologist?

    Explore Pediatric Neurologist with 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 Asim Shahid accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Asim Shahid is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Asim Shahid offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shahid's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Asim Shahid?

    Please contact Dr. Shahid's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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