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Dr. Salima Jaffer, MD

San Antonio, TX

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    Who is Dr. Jaffer, Family Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Salima Jaffer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Jaffer is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jaffer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jaffer’s office.

    Is Dr. Jaffer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Salima Jaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Jaffer speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Jaffer treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jaffer 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. Jaffer. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Infectious Disease Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Infectious Disease
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses
    • Communicable Disease Contact
    • Suspected Infection Exposure
    • Contagious Disease Exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
    • Z2089: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Jaffer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Salima Jaffer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jaffer's office.

    Does Dr. Jaffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jaffer accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Jaffer in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jaffer's office located?

    Dr. Salima Jaffer's Primary Practice

    5893 Babcock Rd

    San Antonio, TX 78240

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    Dr. Salima Jaffer's Practice 2

    4125 Fairway Dr Ste 190

    Carrollton, TX 75010

    (469) 431-0486

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

    Dr. Jaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003076167.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jaffer?

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

    What is Dr. Salima Jaffer's specialty?

    Dr. Jaffer is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Jaffer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Salima Jaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Jaffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Salima Jaffer accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Salima Jaffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salima Jaffer offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Salima Jaffer?

    Please contact Dr. Jaffer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salima Jaffer have?

    Dr. Salima Jaffer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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