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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afzal, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Syeda Zabreen Afzal is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Afzal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afzal’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afzal’s office at (318) 626-2274.
What languages does Dr. Afzal speak?
Dr. Afzal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Afzal treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Afzal 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. Afzal. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
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
Which procedures does Dr. Afzal perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Syeda Zabreen Afzal 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. Afzal's office.
Does Dr. Afzal accept my insurance?
Dr. Afzal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-2274 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afzal accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Afzal in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Afzal's office located?
Dr. Syeda Zabreen Afzal's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 626-2274
What is Dr. Afzal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afzal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770136756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afzal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afzal
What is Dr. Syeda Zabreen Afzal's specialty?
Dr. Afzal is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Afzal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Syeda Zabreen Afzal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afzal is affiliated with Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner LSU Health - Monroe Medical Center 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Syeda Zabreen Afzal accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Syeda Zabreen Afzal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syeda Zabreen Afzal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afzal's office at (318) 626-2274 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syeda Zabreen Afzal?
Please contact Dr. Afzal's office at (318) 626-2274 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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