Dr. Muhammad Farooq, MD

Joplin, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Farooq, Hospitalist in Joplin, MO?

Dr. Muhammad Farooq, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO. Dr. Farooq is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farooq’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farooq’s office at (417) 556-2727.

What languages does Dr. Farooq speak?

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

English

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

As a Hospitalist, Dr. Farooq 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. Farooq. 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:

Sepsis
Blood Poisoning
Septicemia
Systemic Bacterial Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

Also known as:

COPD Flare-Up
COPD
COPD Exacerbation
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
Worsening COPD
COPD Attack
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Lung Disease
Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

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

As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Farooq may include:

Hospital Visit

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

Does Dr. Farooq accept my insurance?

Dr. Farooq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 556-2727 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Farooq accept in Joplin, MO?

Dr. Farooq in Joplin, MO 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Missouri

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Where is Dr. Farooq's office located?

Dr. Muhammad Farooq's Primary Practice

100 Mercy Way

Joplin, MO 64804

(417) 556-2727

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What hospitals are Dr. Farooq affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Farooq has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Mercy Hospital Southeast,Cape Girardeau, MO

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 5 Procedures

Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas,Rogers, AR

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Mercy Hospital Joplin,Joplin, MO

Mercy Hospital Carthage,Carthage, MO

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

Dr. Farooq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215546676.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farooq?

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

What is Dr. Muhammad Farooq's specialty?

Dr. Farooq is a Hospitalist near Joplin, MO.

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. Muhammad Farooq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Farooq is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas 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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