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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shamir, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Hedva Shamir, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Shamir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shamir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shamir’s office at (518) 382-2222.
Where did Dr. Shamir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny
Is Dr. Shamir board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hedva Shamir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shamir speak?
Dr. Shamir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shamir typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shamir 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. Shamir. 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shamir typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hedva Shamir may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shamir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shamir accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 382-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamir accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Shamir in Schenectady, 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
Healthfirst New York
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shamir's office located?
What is Dr. Shamir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043249618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamir
What is Dr. Hedva Shamir's specialty?
Dr. Shamir is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Schenectady, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Hedva Shamir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shamir is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hedva Shamir accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hedva Shamir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hedva Shamir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shamir's office at (518) 382-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hedva Shamir?
Please contact Dr. Shamir's office at (518) 382-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hedva Shamir have?
Dr. Hedva Shamir is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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