23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shekarchi, Internist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Azim Shekarchi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shekarchi graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shekarchi is fluent in English, Arabic, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shekarchi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shekarchi’s office at (512) 443-1311.
Where did Dr. Shekarchi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Shekarchi board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Azim Shekarchi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shekarchi speak?
Dr. Shekarchi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Shekarchi treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shekarchi 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. Shekarchi. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Which procedures does Dr. Shekarchi perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Azim Shekarchi 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. Shekarchi's office.
Does Dr. Shekarchi accept my insurance?
Dr. Shekarchi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 443-1311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shekarchi accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Shekarchi in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Other Health Care Provider
Sendero Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shekarchi's office located?
What is Dr. Shekarchi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shekarchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770598849.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shekarchi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shekarchi
What is Dr. Azim Shekarchi's specialty?
Dr. Shekarchi is a Internist near Austin, TX.
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. Shekarchi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Azim Shekarchi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shekarchi is affiliated with St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, TX, St. David's Round Rock Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Azim Shekarchi accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Azim Shekarchi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azim Shekarchi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shekarchi's office at (512) 443-1311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azim Shekarchi?
Please contact Dr. Shekarchi's office at (512) 443-1311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Azim Shekarchi have?
Dr. Azim Shekarchi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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