Dr. Nahid Vandshekari, MD
El Paso, TX
27 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Vandshekari, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Nahid Vandshekari, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Vandshekari graduated from Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Vandshekari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vandshekari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vandshekari’s office at (830) 267-4575.
Where did Dr. Vandshekari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Family Medicine | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: Shiraz Univ of Med Sci, Shiraz, Iran | Shiraz University Of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Vandshekari board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nahid Vandshekari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vandshekari speak?
Dr. Vandshekari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Vandshekari typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Vandshekari 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. Vandshekari. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Vandshekari typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nahid Vandshekari may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Vandshekari's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vandshekari accept my insurance?
Dr. Vandshekari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (830) 267-4575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vandshekari accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Vandshekari in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vandshekari's office located?
Dr. Nahid Vandshekari's Primary Practice
5555 N Mesa St Ste 400
El Paso, TX 79912
(830) 267-4575
What is Dr. Vandshekari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vandshekari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982660759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vandshekari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vandshekari
What is Dr. Nahid Vandshekari's specialty?
Dr. Vandshekari is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Nahid Vandshekari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vandshekari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The Hospitals Of Providence - Transmountain Campus. 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nahid Vandshekari accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nahid Vandshekari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nahid Vandshekari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vandshekari's office at (830) 267-4575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nahid Vandshekari?
Please contact Dr. Vandshekari's office at (830) 267-4575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nahid Vandshekari have?
Dr. Nahid Vandshekari is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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