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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaheen, Internist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Farah Shaheen is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shaheen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaheen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaheen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Shaheen speak?
Dr. Shaheen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shaheen typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shaheen 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. Shaheen. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shaheen typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Farah Shaheen may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaheen accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaheen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaheen accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Shaheen in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shaheen's office located?
What is Dr. Shaheen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaheen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013319722.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaheen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaheen
What is Dr. Farah Shaheen's specialty?
Dr. Shaheen is a Internist near Sacramento, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Farah Shaheen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaheen is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Farah Shaheen accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Farah Shaheen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farah Shaheen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farah Shaheen?
Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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