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Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie, MD
Rochester, NY
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. 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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Shamsie typically 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. 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:
- 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Shamsie typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Shamsie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Darakhshan Shamsie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamsie is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore 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 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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