Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shirani, Internist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Tahir Shirani, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shirani graduated from Nishtar Medical College and completed his residency at Staten Island University Hospital. Dr. Shirani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirani’s office at (718) 226-6902.
Where did Dr. Shirani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Staten Island University Hospital
Medical School: Nishtar Medical College
Is Dr. Shirani board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tahir Shirani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shirani speak?
Dr. Shirani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shirani treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shirani 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. Shirani. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Sudden Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute HFpEF
- Sudden Filling Heart Failure
- Sudden heart failure
- Acute congestive heart failure
- Sudden cardiac decompensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5031: Acute diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Shirani perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tahir Shirani 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shirani's office.
Does Dr. Shirani accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 226-6902 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirani accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Shirani in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amida Care
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Humana
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Shirani's office located?
Dr. Tahir Shirani's Primary Practice
475 Seaview Ave
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 226-6902
What is Dr. Shirani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780653493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirani
What is Dr. Tahir Shirani's specialty?
Dr. Shirani is a Internist near Staten Island, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Shirani to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Tahir Shirani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shirani is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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 Internist?
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Is Tahir Shirani accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Tahir Shirani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tahir Shirani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirani's office at (718) 226-6902 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tahir Shirani?
Please contact Dr. Shirani's office at (718) 226-6902 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tahir Shirani have?
Dr. Tahir Shirani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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