39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shammas, Internist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Issa Shammas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Shammas completed his residency at Hurley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Via Christi Reg Mc/St Francis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shammas is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shammas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shammas’s office at (317) 890-5500.
Where did Dr. Shammas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hurley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Via Christi Reg Mc/St Francis, Internal Medicine | Mich State University | Michigan State University (MSU) Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Shammas board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Issa Shammas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shammas speak?
Dr. Shammas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shammas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shammas 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. Shammas. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shammas typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Issa Shammas 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. Shammas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shammas accept my insurance?
Dr. Shammas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 890-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shammas accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Shammas in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Indiana University
Medicare
State of Indiana
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shammas' office located?
Dr. Issa Shammas also offers virtual visits
100 Iu Health Physicians
9650 E Washington St Ste 100
Indianapolis, IN 46229
(317) 890-5500
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Issa Shammas?
Dr. Shammas has appointments available at his Indianapolis, IN office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Shammas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shammas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073554424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shammas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shammas
What is Dr. Issa Shammas's specialty?
Dr. Shammas is a Internist near Indianapolis, IN.
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. Issa Shammas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shammas is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Hancock Regional Hospital, Iu Health North Hospital, Community Hospital South 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Issa Shammas accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Issa Shammas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Issa Shammas offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shammas, or call (317) 890-5500 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Issa Shammas?
Yes, Dr. Shammas offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Shammas, or call (317) 890-5500 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Issa Shammas have?
Dr. Issa Shammas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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