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Who is Dr. Shafi, Internist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Fariha Shafi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shafi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafi’s office at (816) 404-4862.
Is Dr. Shafi board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Fariha Shafi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shafi speak?
Dr. Shafi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shafi treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shafi 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. Shafi. 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 Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shafi perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Fariha Shafi 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shafi's office.
Does Dr. Shafi accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 404-4862 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafi accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Shafi in Kansas City, MO 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shafi's office located?
What is Dr. Shafi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013921477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafi
What is Dr. Fariha Shafi's specialty?
Dr. Shafi is a Internist near Kansas City, MO.
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.
Contact Dr. Shafi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Fariha Shafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shafi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth South Overland Park, University Health Truman Medical Center. 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 Internist?
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Is Fariha Shafi accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Fariha Shafi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fariha Shafi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafi's office at (816) 404-4862 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fariha Shafi?
Please contact Dr. Shafi's office at (816) 404-4862 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fariha Shafi have?
Dr. Fariha Shafi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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