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Dr. Saira Nisar, MD

Fall River, MA

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    Who is Dr. Nisar, Internist in Fall River, MA?

    Dr. Saira Nisar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Nisar graduated from Aga Khan University. Dr. Nisar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nisar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nisar’s office at (508) 235-5262.

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

    • Medical School: Aga Khan University

    What languages does Dr. Nisar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nisar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Nisar 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. Nisar. 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:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
    • ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
    • Motor Neuron Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Dementia
    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Which procedures does Dr. Nisar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Saira Nisar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nisar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nisar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 235-5262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nisar accept in Fall River, MA?

    Dr. Nisar in Fall River, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nisar's office located?

    Dr. Saira Nisar's Primary Practice

    795 Middle St

    Fall River, MA 02721

    (508) 235-5262

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    Dr. Saira Nisar's Practice 2

    363 Highland Ave

    Fall River, MA 02720

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    Dr. Saira Nisar's Practice 3

    1245 Centre St

    Boston, MA 02132

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

    Dr. Nisar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114182680.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nisar?

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

    What is Dr. Saira Nisar's specialty?

    Dr. Nisar is a Internist near Fall River, MA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Nisar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saira Nisar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nisar 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

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    Is Saira Nisar accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Saira Nisar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saira Nisar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nisar's office at (508) 235-5262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saira Nisar?

    Please contact Dr. Nisar's office at (508) 235-5262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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