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Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed, MD

Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Chesapeake, VA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abdelshaheed, Family Medicine Specialist in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Abdelshaheed graduated from Alexandria University and completed his residency at St Elizabeth Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Abdelshaheed is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdelshaheed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdelshaheed’s office at (757) 488-3333.

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

    • Residency: St Elizabeth Hosp, Family Medicine | St Elizabeth Health Center Program

    • Medical School: Alexandria University

    Is Dr. Abdelshaheed board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abdelshaheed speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abdelshaheed typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abdelshaheed 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. Abdelshaheed. 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:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abdelshaheed typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abdelshaheed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abdelshaheed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abdelshaheed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 488-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abdelshaheed accept in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Abdelshaheed in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • ASR Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abdelshaheed's office located?

    Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed's Primary Practice

    3925 Portsmouth Blvd

    Chesapeake, VA 23321

    (757) 488-3333

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    Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed's Practice 2

    3253 Taylor Rd Ste 200

    Chesapeake, VA 23321

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    Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed's Practice 3

    5301 Providence Rd

    Virginia Beach, VA 23464

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

    Dr. Abdelshaheed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598720245.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdelshaheed?

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

    What is Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed's specialty?

    Dr. Abdelshaheed is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chesapeake, VA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abdelshaheed is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdelshaheed's office at (757) 488-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed?

    Please contact Dr. Abdelshaheed's office at (757) 488-3333 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abdelshaheed's office located?

    Dr. Abdelshaheed's offices are located in Chesapeake, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed have?

    Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.