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Dr. Meraj Asif, MD

Dr. Meraj Asif, MD

Douglasville, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Asif, Hospitalist in Douglasville, GA?

    Dr. Meraj Asif, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Douglasville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Asif is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asif’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asif’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Asif speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

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

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Asif 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. Asif. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

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

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Meraj Asif may include:

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

    Does Dr. Asif accept my insurance?

    Dr. Asif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Asif accept in Douglasville, GA?

    Dr. Asif in Douglasville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Health Plan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Asif's office located?

    Dr. Meraj Asif's Primary Practice

    8954 Hospital Dr

    Douglasville, GA 30134

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    Dr. Meraj Asif's Practice 2

    5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220

    Kennesaw, GA 30152

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    Dr. Meraj Asif's Practice 3

    960 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SE

    Cartersville, GA 30120

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

    Dr. Asif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306073028.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asif?

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

    What is Dr. Meraj Asif's specialty?

    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. Meraj Asif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Asif is affiliated with Hca Florida Capital Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Doctors Hospital, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Emory Johns Creek Hospital 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Meraj Asif accepting new patients in Douglasville, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Meraj Asif is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Meraj Asif offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Meraj Asif?

    Please contact Dr. Asif's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Asif's office located?

    Dr. Asif's offices are located in Douglasville, GA, Kennesaw, GA, and Cartersville, GA.