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Dr. Sukaina Jaffer, MD

Salem, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jaffer, Internist in Salem, VA?

    Dr. Sukaina Jaffer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Salem, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jaffer completed her residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Internal Medicine; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Jaffer is fluent in English, Arabic, French, Hindi, and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jaffer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jaffer’s office at (412) 359-3030.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Internal Medicine; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Jaffer board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Sukaina Jaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Jaffer speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • Hindi

    • Swahili

    What conditions does Dr. Jaffer treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Jaffer 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. Jaffer. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    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

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Jaffer perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sukaina Jaffer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Jaffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-3030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jaffer accept in Salem, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriHealth Caritas

    • Arch Coal

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Meridian Health Plan

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Jaffer's office located?

    Dr. Sukaina Jaffer's Primary Practice

    1900 Electric Rd

    Salem, VA 24153

    (412) 359-3030

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    Dr. Sukaina Jaffer's Practice 2

    100 Sentara Cir Rm 2C

    Williamsburg, VA 23188

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    Dr. Sukaina Jaffer's Practice 3

    3700 S Main St

    Blacksburg, VA 24060

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

    Dr. Jaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568430031.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jaffer?

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

    What is Dr. Sukaina Jaffer's specialty?

    Dr. Jaffer is a Internist near Salem, VA.

    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. Jaffer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sukaina Jaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jaffer is affiliated with LewisGale Medical Center, LewisGale Medical Center, Sentara Obici 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Sukaina Jaffer accepting new patients in Salem, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Sukaina Jaffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sukaina Jaffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jaffer's office at (412) 359-3030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sukaina Jaffer?

    Please contact Dr. Jaffer's office at (412) 359-3030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sukaina Jaffer have?

    Dr. Sukaina Jaffer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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