28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shamoon Ahmed, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shamoon Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shamoon Ahmed may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ahmed in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831138072.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Shamoon Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Shamoon Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center 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 Shamoon Ahmed accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Shamoon Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shamoon Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shamoon Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shamoon Ahmed have?
Dr. Shamoon Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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