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Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie, MD
Rochester, NY
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shamsie, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shamsie graduated from Dow Medical College and completed her residency at St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shamsie is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamsie’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamsie’s office at (585) 760-5466.
Where did Dr. Shamsie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine | St Mary's Hosp/U Rochester | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
Is Dr. Shamsie board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shamsie speak?
Dr. Shamsie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Shamsie treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Shamsie 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. Shamsie. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Shamsie perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shamsie's office.
Does Dr. Shamsie accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamsie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 760-5466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamsie accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Shamsie in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shamsie's office located?
Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie's Primary Practice
435 E Henrietta Rd
Rochester, NY 14620
(585) 760-5466
What is Dr. Shamsie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamsie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821033481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamsie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamsie
What is Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie's specialty?
Dr. Shamsie is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Rochester, NY. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Shamsie to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shamsie is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Darakhshan Shamsie accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamsie's office at (585) 760-5466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darakhshan Shamsie?
Please contact Dr. Shamsie's office at (585) 760-5466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie have?
Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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