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Dr. Michel Shami, MD

Lubbock, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shami, Ophthalmologist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Michel Shami, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Shami graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Ophthalmology; Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology. Dr. Shami is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shami’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shami’s office at (806) 792-0066.

    Where did Dr. Shami go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Ophthalmology; Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

    What languages does Dr. Shami speak?

    Dr. Shami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shami treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Shami 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. Shami. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Hole
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
    • Macular Cyst
    • Foveal Hole
    • Retinal Hole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
    • H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
    • Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
    • E113512: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, left eye
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Macular Fibrosis
    • Wrinkled Retina
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • CRVO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
    • H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage
    • CRVO
    • Eye stroke (vein)
    • Central eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    Does Dr. Shami accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 792-0066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shami accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Shami in Lubbock, 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

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shami's office located?

    Dr. Michel Shami's Primary Practice

    4517 98th St

    Lubbock, TX 79424

    (806) 792-0066

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    What is Dr. Shami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780683227.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shami?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shami

    What is Dr. Michel Shami's specialty?

    Dr. Shami is a Ophthalmologist near Lubbock, TX. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Shami to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michel Shami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shami is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Michel Shami accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Michel Shami is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michel Shami offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shami's office at (806) 792-0066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michel Shami?

    Please contact Dr. Shami's office at (806) 792-0066 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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