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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shirazi, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Farshad Shirazi, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Shirazi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirazi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirazi’s office at (520) 872-7130.
Is Dr. Shirazi board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Farshad Shirazi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shirazi speak?
Dr. Shirazi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shirazi treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shirazi 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. Shirazi. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Rattlesnake Bite Poisoning
- Animal Bites
- Rattlesnake Envenomation
- Rattlesnake Venom Toxicity
- Poisonous Rattlesnake Bite
ICD-10 Codes:
- T63011A: Toxic effect of rattlesnake venom, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Shirazi perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Farshad Shirazi may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shirazi's office.
Does Dr. Shirazi accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirazi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 872-7130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirazi accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Shirazi in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shirazi's office located?
What is Dr. Shirazi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirazi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467452961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirazi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirazi
What is Dr. Farshad Shirazi's specialty?
Dr. Shirazi is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Shirazi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Farshad Shirazi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shirazi is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Farshad Shirazi accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Farshad Shirazi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farshad Shirazi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirazi's office at (520) 872-7130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farshad Shirazi?
Please contact Dr. Shirazi's office at (520) 872-7130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farshad Shirazi have?
Dr. Farshad Shirazi is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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