31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shamma, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in South Charleston, WV?
Where did Dr. Shamma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Yale New Haven Hospital | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India | Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shamma board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Shamma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Shamma speak?
Dr. Shamma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Shamma typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shamma 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. Shamma. 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 Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup with issues
- Pelvic exam, abnormal results
- OB/GYN visit with concerns
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menometrorrhagia
- Irregular Heavy Bleeding
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle
Also known as:
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- Birth Control
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester
Also known as:
- Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
- Antenatal Malformation Screening
- Fetal Anomaly Scan
- Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Shamma typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shamma performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shamma. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Does Dr. Shamma accept my insurance?
Dr. Shamma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 767-7919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shamma accept in South Charleston, WV?
Dr. Shamma in South Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Shamma's office located?
Dr. Bassam Shamma's Primary Practice
4607 Maccorkle Ave SW Ste 301
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 767-7919
What hospitals are Dr. Shamma affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shamma has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shamma's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shamma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326044413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shamma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shamma