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. 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 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Shekarchi typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shekarchi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Shekarchi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Sendero Health Plans
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
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 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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