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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sheikh Ahmed, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Jinnah Sindh Medical University and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (713) 861-6758.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan | Jinnah Sindh Medical University | Karachi Medical and Dental College
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ahmed treat?
As a 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Difficulty speaking
- Language impairment
- Loss of speech
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4701: Aphasia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sudden Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Paroxysmal Tachycardia
- Sudden Rapid Heart Rate
- Intermittent Fast Heartbeat
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I479: Paroxysmal tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Venous Thrombosis
- Blood Clot in Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- I82493: Acute embolism and thrombosis of other specified deep vein of lower extremity, bilateral
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease in Bypass Grafts with Leg Pain During Exercise
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in leg bypasses with claudication
- Blocked leg grafts causing pain when walking
- Hardened arteries in leg bypasses with exercise pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70413: Atherosclerosis of autologous vein bypass graft(s) of the extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Vascular Disease
- Artery Disease
- Blood Vessel Disorder
- Circulatory System Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7789: Other specified disorders of arteries and arterioles
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Difficulty Speaking or Understanding Language
- Aphasia
- Language impairment
- Speech difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4702: Dysphasia
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 861-6758 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ahmed in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1457435745.
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 Specialist near Houston, TX. Contact Dr. Ahmed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sheikh Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Specialist?
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Is Sheikh Ahmed accepting new patients in Houston, 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 (713) 861-6758 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 (713) 861-6758 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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