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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Islam, Hospitalist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shehran Islam, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Islam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Islam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Islam’s office at (623) 879-5288.
What languages does Dr. Islam speak?
Dr. Islam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Islam treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Islam 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. Islam. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Islam perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shehran Islam may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Islam's office.
Does Dr. Islam accept my insurance?
Dr. Islam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 879-5288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Islam accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Islam in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
IASIS Healthcare
Inland Empire
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Islam's office located?
Dr. Shehran Islam's Primary Practice
2041 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20060
(623) 879-5288
What is Dr. Islam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Islam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942688023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Islam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Islam
What is Dr. Shehran Islam's specialty?
Dr. Islam is a Hospitalist near Washington, DC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Islam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shehran Islam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Islam is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Shehran Islam accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Shehran Islam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shehran Islam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (623) 879-5288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shehran Islam?
Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (623) 879-5288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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