Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
Capitol Healthcare S.C.
2603 S 6th St, 
Springfield, IL 

Overview

Shahed Shams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Shams is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital
St Johns Hospital
Memorial Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
FirstCarolinaCare
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Net

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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Quartz Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Capitol Healthcare S.C.
2603 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Springfield, IL 
 (1.9 miles away)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shahed Shams

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shahed Shams?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shahed Shams by calling their office at 217-528-0307. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Shahed Shams a top-rated expert for Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shahed Shams is classified as an Advanced expert for Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Shahed Shams specialize in?

While Dr. Shahed Shams is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Familial Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Shahed Shams participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shahed Shams has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. You can view a list of Dr. Shahed Shams's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shahed Shams accept my insurance?

Dr. Shahed Shams accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 217-528-0307 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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