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Dr. Munir Ahmad, MD

Rheumatologist

Palmer, MA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmad, Rheumatologist in Palmer, MA?

    Dr. Munir Ahmad, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Palmer, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Ahmad completed his residency at Long Island College Hospital. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (413) 370-7889.

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

    • Fellowship: University of CT Storrs

    • Residency: Long Island College Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?

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

    • English
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Abnormal Bone Density
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • PMR
    • Inflammatory Rheumatism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ahmad performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ahmad. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 370-7889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Palmer, MA?

    Dr. Ahmad in Palmer, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Postal Workers Union (APWU)

    • Baystate Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Diversified Group Brokerage

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMass Memorial Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Munir Ahmad's Primary Practice

    40 Wright St

    Palmer, MA 01069

    (413) 370-7889

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    Dr. Munir Ahmad's Practice 2

    759 Chestnut St

    Springfield, MA 01199

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ahmad affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ahmad has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Baystate Wing Hospital,Palmer, MA

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

    Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124126602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?

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

    What is Dr. Munir Ahmad's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmad is a Rheumatologist near Palmer, MA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Munir Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Munir Ahmad accepting new patients in Palmer, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Munir Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Munir Ahmad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (413) 370-7889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Munir Ahmad?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (413) 370-7889 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Ahmad's offices are located in Palmer, MA and Springfield, MA.