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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 here.
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:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
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
What is Dr. Shaheen's NPI number?An 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 a 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 this 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
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Is 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 Zainab Shaheen?
Please contact Dr. Shaheen's office at (718) 579-4836 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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