Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shammas, Interventional Cardiologist in Laurinburg, NC?
Dr. Rony Shammas, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Laurinburg, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shammas is fluent in English, Arabic, and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shammas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shammas’s office at (252) 758-3211.
Where did Dr. Shammas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: American University Of Beirut
What languages does Dr. Shammas speak?
Dr. Shammas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Creoles and pidgins
English
What conditions does Dr. Shammas treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Shammas 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. Shammas. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Which procedures does Dr. Shammas perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rony Shammas may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shammas' office.
Does Dr. Shammas accept my insurance?
Dr. Shammas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 758-3211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shammas accept in Laurinburg, NC?
Dr. Shammas in Laurinburg, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shammas' office located?
What is Dr. Shammas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shammas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952382152.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shammas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shammas
What is Dr. Rony Shammas's specialty?
Dr. Shammas is a Interventional Cardiologist near Laurinburg, NC. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Shammas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rony Shammas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shammas is affiliated with Scotland Memorial Hospital, FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital 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
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Is Rony Shammas accepting new patients in Laurinburg, NC?
Yes, Dr. Rony Shammas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rony Shammas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shammas's office at (252) 758-3211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rony Shammas?
Please contact Dr. Shammas's office at (252) 758-3211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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