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Dr. Wafia Sarwer, MD

Amsterdam, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sarwer, Family Medicine Specialist in Amsterdam, NY?

    Dr. Wafia Sarwer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Amsterdam, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sarwer is currently affiliated with St Marys Hospital Gloversville Family Health Cent. Dr. Sarwer is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarwer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarwer’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Sarwer speak?

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

    • English
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Urdu

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

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

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wafia Sarwer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sarwer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sarwer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sarwer accept in Amsterdam, NY?

    Dr. Sarwer in Amsterdam, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • Gulf Health Plans

    • Humana

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sarwer's office located?

    Dr. Wafia Sarwer's Primary Practice

    380 Guy Park Ave

    Amsterdam, NY 12010

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    St Marys Hospital Gloversville Family Health Cent

    84 E State St

    Gloversville, NY 12078

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    Dr. Wafia Sarwer's Practice 3

    4988 State Highway 30

    Amsterdam, NY 12010

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sarwer affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sarwer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Sarwer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336315100.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarwer?

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

    What is Dr. Wafia Sarwer's specialty?

    Dr. Sarwer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Amsterdam, NY.

    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. Wafia Sarwer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sarwer is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Glens Falls Hospital, Albany 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. Wafia Sarwer accepting new patients in Amsterdam, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Wafia Sarwer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wafia Sarwer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sarwer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wafia Sarwer?

    Please contact Dr. Sarwer's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sarwer's office located?

    Dr. Sarwer's offices are located in Amsterdam, NY and Gloversville, NY.