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Dr. Saima Habib, MD

Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Habib, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Saima Habib, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Habib graduated from Allama Iqbal Medical College. Dr. Habib is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Habib’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Habib’s office at (804) 254-3500.

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

    • Medical School: Allama Iqbal Medical College

    Is Dr. Habib board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Saima Habib, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Habib speak?

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

    • English
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Habib typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Habib 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. Habib. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Habib typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Saima Habib may include:

    Please contact Dr. Habib's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Habib accept my insurance?

    Dr. Habib accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 254-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Habib accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Habib in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Habib's office located?

    Dr. Saima Habib's Primary Practice

    3000 Stony Point Rd # G

    Richmond, VA 23235

    (804) 254-3500

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    Internal Medicine

    1250 E Marshall St

    Richmond, VA 23298

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    Dr. Saima Habib's Practice 3

    3470 Mayland Ct

    Richmond, VA 23233

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

    Dr. Habib's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679739791.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Habib?

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

    What is Dr. Saima Habib's specialty?

    Dr. Habib is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Saima Habib affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Habib is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional 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

    When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Saima Habib accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Saima Habib is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saima Habib offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Habib's office at (804) 254-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Saima Habib?

    Please contact Dr. Habib's office at (804) 254-3500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Habib's office located?

    Dr. Habib's office is located in Richmond, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Saima Habib have?

    Dr. Saima Habib is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.