EverydayHealthLogo
SA

Dr. Salma Alikhan, MD

Deptford, NJ

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alikhan, Pediatrician in Deptford, NJ?

    Dr. Salma Alikhan, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Deptford, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Alikhan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alikhan’s practice accepts Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alikhan’s office at (215) 381-1160.

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

    • Medical School: Rawalpindi Medcial College, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

    Is Dr. Alikhan board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Salma Alikhan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Alikhan speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Alikhan treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alikhan 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. Alikhan. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Vision Examination with Abnormal Findings
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Eye Exam with Issues
    • Abnormal Vision Test
    • Eye Doctor Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0101: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Medical Procedure
    • Elective procedure (non-health)
    • Procedure for other purposes
    • Non-therapeutic intervention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Alikhan perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Salma Alikhan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alikhan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alikhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 381-1160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alikhan accept in Deptford, NJ?

    Dr. Alikhan in Deptford, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital BlueCross

    • Cigna

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Alikhan's office located?

    Dr. Salma Alikhan's Primary Practice

    849 Cooper St

    Deptford, NJ 08096

    (215) 381-1160

    Get Directions

    Dr. Salma Alikhan's Practice 2

    1602 E Wadsworth Ave Ste 4

    Philadelphia, PA 19150

    Get Directions

    Dr. Salma Alikhan's Practice 3

    9122 Frankford Ave

    Phila, PA 19114

    (215) 331-1516

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Alikhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124082839.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alikhan?

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

    What is Dr. Salma Alikhan's specialty?

    Dr. Alikhan is a Pediatrician near Deptford, NJ. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Alikhan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Salma Alikhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alikhan is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Salma Alikhan accepting new patients in Deptford, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Salma Alikhan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salma Alikhan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alikhan's office at (215) 381-1160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Salma Alikhan?

    Please contact Dr. Alikhan's office at (215) 381-1160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salma Alikhan have?

    Dr. Salma Alikhan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

    Other Pediatrician Near Deptford, NJ

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Deptford, NJ
    PC
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Deptford, NJ
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Deptford, NJ
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists