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Who is Dr. Shaker, Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Tamer Shaker is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shaker is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaker’s office at (612) 672-7422.
What languages does Dr. Shaker speak?
Dr. Shaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Shaker treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Shaker 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. Shaker. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shaker perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Tamer Shaker may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaker's office.
Does Dr. Shaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 672-7422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaker accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Shaker in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Shaker's office located?
Dr. Tamer Shaker's Primary Practice
8201 Ewing Halsell Dr Fl 2
San Antonio, TX 78229
(612) 672-7422
What is Dr. Shaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356751986.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaker
What is Dr. Tamer Shaker's specialty?
Dr. Shaker is a Surgeon near San Antonio, TX. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Shaker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamer Shaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaker is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Tamer Shaker accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Tamer Shaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamer Shaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaker's office at (612) 672-7422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamer Shaker?
Please contact Dr. Shaker's office at (612) 672-7422 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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