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Dr. Zainab Shaheen, MD

Endocrinologist

Long Island City, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shaheen, Endocrinologist in Long Island City, NY?

    Dr. Zainab Shaheen, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Long Island City, NY 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 at (718) 579-4836.

    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 Endocrinologist like Dr. Shaheen typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Shaheen typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zainab Shaheen may include:

    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 (718) 579-4836 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shaheen accept in Long Island City, NY?

    Dr. Shaheen in Long Island City, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shaheen's office located?

    Dr. Zainab Shaheen's Primary Practice

    4604 31st Ave

    Long Island City, NY 11103

    (718) 579-4836

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    Dr. Zainab Shaheen's Practice 2

    2520 30th Ave

    Astoria, NY 11102

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shaheen affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shaheen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Shaheen's NPI number?A 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 1518344712.

    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. Zainab Shaheen's specialty?

    Dr. Shaheen is an Endocrinologist near Long Island City, NY.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is Dr. Zainab Shaheen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shaheen is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens 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

    When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Endocrinologist. 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 Dr. Zainab Shaheen accepting new patients in Long Island City, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Zainab Shaheen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zainab Shaheen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office at (718) 579-4836 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zainab Shaheen?

    Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office at (718) 579-4836 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shaheen's office located?

    Dr. Shaheen's offices are located in Long Island City, NY and Astoria, NY.