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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shams, Family Medicine Specialist in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Ameer Shams, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shams is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shams’s office at (573) 214-2314.
What languages does Dr. Shams speak?
Dr. Shams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shams typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shams 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. Shams. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shams typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ameer Shams may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shams' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shams accept my insurance?
Dr. Shams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 214-2314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shams accept in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Shams in Topeka, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Bankers Fidelity
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
FMH Benefit Services
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shams' office located?
What is Dr. Shams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639369960.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shams
What is Dr. Ameer Shams's specialty?
Dr. Shams is a Family Medicine Specialist near Topeka, KS.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ameer Shams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shams is affiliated with Phelps Health Hospital, The University Of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ameer Shams accepting new patients in Topeka, KS?
Yes, Dr. Ameer Shams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ameer Shams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shams's office at (573) 214-2314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ameer Shams?
Please contact Dr. Shams's office at (573) 214-2314 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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