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Dr. Sheikh Ahmed, MD
Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist
,Critical Care Anesthesiologist
,Pediatrician
,Anesthesiologist
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Sheikh Ahmed, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Jinnah Sindh Medical University and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (210) 704-3030.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Jinnah Sindh Medical University
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ahmed treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
Which procedures does Dr. Ahmed perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sheikh Ahmed may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ahmed's office.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-3030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ahmed in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Community First Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Healthfirst
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Sheikh Ahmed's Primary Practice
333 N Santa Rosa
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 704-3030
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265541361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Sheikh Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Ahmed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sheikh Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ahmed is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Sheikh Ahmed accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sheikh Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheikh Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (210) 704-3030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheikh Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (210) 704-3030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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