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Dr. Liat Shama, MD

Albuquerque, NM

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    Who is Dr. Shama, Otolaryngologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Liat Shama, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Shama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shama’s office at (248) 446-2935.

    Is Dr. Shama board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Liat Shama, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Shama speak?

    Dr. Shama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shama treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Shama 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. Shama. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Chronic Pansinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Chronic widespread sinus infection
    • All sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J324: Chronic pansinusitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Eye surgery aftercare
    • Ear surgery aftercare
    • Sensory organ recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Polyp
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Polyp in nose
    • Nasal growth
    • Sinus polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J339: Nasal polyp, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shama accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 446-2935 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shama accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Shama in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • Scan Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Shama's office located?

    Dr. Liat Shama's Primary Practice

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (248) 446-2935

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    Dr. Liat Shama's Practice 2

    1 University of New Mexico # 10-5610

    Albuquerque, NM 87131

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Liat Shama an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Shama has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Shama, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Shama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578506226.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shama?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shama

    What is Dr. Liat Shama's specialty?

    Dr. Shama is a Otolaryngologist near Albuquerque, NM. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Shama to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Liat Shama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shama is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

    Explore Otolaryngologist with 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 Liat Shama accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Liat Shama is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Liat Shama offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shama's office at (248) 446-2935 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Liat Shama?

    Please contact Dr. Shama's office at (248) 446-2935 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Liat Shama have?

    Dr. Liat Shama is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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