Dr. Shahem Kawji

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 24+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Shahem Kawji, MD, is an Ophthalmology specialist in Pasadena, California. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2000, having over 24 years of diverse experience, especially in Ophthalmology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including University Of Virginia Medical Center. Dr. Shahem Kawji also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Retina Institute Of California Medical Group. Dr. Shahem Kawji may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Shahem Kawji at 800 Fairmount Ave to request Dr. Shahem Kawji the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 800 Fairmount Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105-3154
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Shahem Kawji
Former Name Ahmed Shahem Kawji
Gender Male
PECOS ID 1658451448
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Ophthalmology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 24 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Shahem Kawji graduated from medical school in 2000.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1326059387
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, August 11, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Sunday, March 15, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Shahem Kawji

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Shahem Kawji has been primarily specialized in Ophthalmology for over 24 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Ophthalmology
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    Ophthalmology
    An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Retina Institute Of California Medical Group


Practice Locations

800 Fairmount Ave
Pasadena, CA 91105-3154
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, November 20, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Sunday, March 15, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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