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Dr. Azhar Malik, MD

Dr. Azhar Malik, MD

Riverview, FL

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Malik, Nephrologist in Riverview, FL?

    Dr. Azhar Malik, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Riverview, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Malik graduated from Khyber Med College and completed his residency at Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program. Dr. Malik is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malik’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malik’s office at (480) 387-5799.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: Kabir Medical College | Peshawar Medical College, Riphah International University Islamabad | Khyber Med College

    What languages does Dr. Malik speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Spanish
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Malik typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Malik 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. Malik. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Malik typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Azhar Malik may include:

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

    Does Dr. Malik accept my insurance?

    Dr. Malik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 387-5799 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Malik accept in Riverview, FL?

    Dr. Malik in Riverview, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Malik's office located?

    Dr. Azhar Malik's Primary Practice

    3140 S Falkenburg Rd Ste 201

    Riverview, FL 33578

    (480) 387-5799

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    Dr. Azhar Malik's Practice 2

    783 Cortaro Dr

    Sun City Center, FL 33573

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    Dr. Azhar Malik's Practice 3

    2001 W Reynolds St

    Plant City, FL 33563

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

    Dr. Malik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609872670.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malik?

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

    What is Dr. Azhar Malik's specialty?

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Azhar Malik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Malik is affiliated with Hca Florida Brandon Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Tampa General Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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. Azhar Malik accepting new patients in Riverview, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Azhar Malik is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Azhar Malik offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Malik's office at (480) 387-5799 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Azhar Malik?

    Please contact Dr. Malik's office at (480) 387-5799 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Malik's office located?

    Dr. Malik's offices are located in Riverview, FL, Sun City Center, FL, and Plant City, FL.