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Dr. Abdul Sheikh, MD

Hospitalist, Infectious Disease Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Torrington, CT

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheikh, Hospitalist in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Abdul Sheikh, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Torrington, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Sheikh graduated from Dow Medical College. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (203) 573-6263.

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

    • Medical School: Kabir Medical College | Khyber Medical College, University Of Peshawar, Pakistan | Dow Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?

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

    • English
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sheikh typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Lyme Disease
    • Borreliosis
    • Tick-borne illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A6920: Lyme disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sheikh typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 573-6263 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Torrington, CT?

    Dr. Sheikh in Torrington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?

    Dr. Abdul Sheikh's Primary Practice

    540 Litchfield St

    Torrington, CT 06790

    (203) 573-6263

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    Dept Of Medicine

    114 Woodland St

    Hartford, CT 06105

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    Dr. Abdul Sheikh's Practice 3

    140 Grandview Ave Ste L01

    Waterbury, CT 06708

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

    Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992799829.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?

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

    What is Dr. Abdul Sheikh's specialty?

    Dr. Sheikh is a Hospitalist near Torrington, CT.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Abdul Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Midstate 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

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    Is Dr. Abdul Sheikh accepting new patients in Torrington, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Abdul Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Abdul Sheikh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (203) 573-6263 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Abdul Sheikh?

    Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (203) 573-6263 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?

    Dr. Sheikh's offices are located in Torrington, CT, Hartford, CT, and Waterbury, CT.