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Dr. Muhammad Azam, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Azam, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Muhammad Azam, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO. He is board certified. Dr. Azam graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Azam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azam’s office at (720) 848-0000.

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

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Azam board certified as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Muhammad Azam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Azam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Azam typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Azam 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. Azam. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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:

    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Long-term liver failure
    • Liver Disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Progressive liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7210: Chronic hepatic failure without coma

    Also known as:

    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Metabolism disorder
    • Metabolic disease
    • Body chemistry imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E889: Metabolic disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory collapse
    • Systemic shock
    • Acute circulatory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R578: Other shock

    What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Azam typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Azam 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. Azam. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Azam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Azam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Azam accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Azam in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Prairie States Enterprises

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Azam's office located?

    Uchealth Anschutz Medical Campus

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (720) 848-0000

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

    Dr. Azam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467545814.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azam?

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

    What is Dr. Muhammad Azam's specialty?

    Dr. Azam is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?

    A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.

    Is this Dr. Muhammad Azam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Azam is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Upstate University 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

    When to see a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Anesthesiologist. Explore 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 Muhammad Azam accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Muhammad Azam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Muhammad Azam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Azam?

    Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Azam have?

    Dr. Muhammad Azam is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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