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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Rheumatologist in Bluefield, VA?
Dr. Syed Ahmad, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Bluefield, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmad graduated from Medical Center Of Iran and completed his residency at Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Rheumatology. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (276) 326-2638.
Where did Dr. Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Rheumatology | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Medical Center Of Iran | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ahmad performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ahmad. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (276) 326-2638 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Bluefield, VA?
Dr. Ahmad in Bluefield, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
West Virginia United Health System
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Syed Ahmad's Primary Practice
11 Westwood Medical Park
Bluefield, VA 24605
(276) 326-2638
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487654182.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Syed Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Rheumatologist near Bluefield, VA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Syed Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Syed Ahmad accepting new patients in Bluefield, VA?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (276) 326-2638 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (276) 326-2638 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Syed Ahmad have?
Dr. Syed Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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