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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Hepatologist in Paterson, NJ?
Dr. Maliha Ahmad, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (973) 754-2315.
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Hepatologist?
Yes, Dr. Maliha Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 754-2315 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Paterson, NJ?
Dr. Ahmad in Paterson, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicaid
Medicare
Mercy Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
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 1902067952.
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. Maliha Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Hepatologist near Paterson, NJ.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. Maliha Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Holy Name 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 Maliha Ahmad accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Maliha Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maliha Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (973) 754-2315 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maliha Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (973) 754-2315 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maliha Ahmad have?
Dr. Maliha Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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