Dr. Kareem Shehab, MD
Tucson, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shehab, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Kareem Shehab, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shehab graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Shehab is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shehab’s office at (520) 626-5652.
Where did Dr. Shehab go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University School of Medicine - Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles
Medical School: University of Arizona, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Shehab board certified as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kareem Shehab, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Shehab speak?
Dr. Shehab and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Shehab typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Shehab 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. Shehab. 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:
- 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:
- Valley Fever
- Lung Valley Fever
- Coccidioidomycosis
- Desert Fever
- San Joaquin Fever
- Pulmonary Coccidioidomycosis
- Valley Fever in Lungs
- Coccidioides Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B389: Coccidioidomycosis, unspecified
- B382: Pulmonary coccidioidomycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Syphilis
- Syphilis
- Infant Syphilis
- Syphilis in Newborns
- Syphilis Passed from Mother to Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- A509: Congenital syphilis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Shehab typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kareem Shehab may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Shehab's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shehab accept my insurance?
Dr. Shehab accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 626-5652 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shehab accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Shehab in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Mercy Care
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shehab's office located?
What is Dr. Shehab's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shehab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144414442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shehab?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shehab
What is Dr. Kareem Shehab's specialty?
Dr. Shehab is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Kareem Shehab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shehab is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Canyon Vista 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 a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kareem Shehab accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Kareem Shehab is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kareem Shehab offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shehab's office at (520) 626-5652 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kareem Shehab?
Please contact Dr. Shehab's office at (520) 626-5652 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kareem Shehab have?
Dr. Kareem Shehab is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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