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Dr. Sarwat Azhar, MD

Pediatrician

Secaucus, NJ

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Azhar, Pediatrician in Secaucus, NJ?

    Dr. Sarwat Azhar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Secaucus, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Azhar completed her residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Azhar is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, Persian, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azhar’s office.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: People's Med Coll, Nawabshah, Pakistan

    Is Dr. Azhar board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sarwat Azhar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Azhar speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Hindi
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Persian
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Azhar typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Azhar 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. Azhar. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Azhar typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sarwat Azhar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Azhar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Azhar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Azhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Azhar accept in Secaucus, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • National Benefit Fund

    • State of New Jersey

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    Where is Dr. Azhar's office located?

    Dr. Sarwat Azhar's Primary Practice

    714 10th St

    Secaucus, NJ 07094

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    Dr. Sarwat Azhar's Practice 2

    324 Palisade Ave Ste 2

    Jersey City, NJ 07307

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    Dr. Sarwat Azhar's Practice 3

    1130 US Highway 1

    Edison, NJ 08817

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

    Dr. Azhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518050871.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azhar?

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

    What is Dr. Sarwat Azhar's specialty?

    Dr. Azhar is a Pediatrician near Secaucus, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Sarwat Azhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Azhar is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Sarwat Azhar accepting new patients in Secaucus, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Sarwat Azhar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarwat Azhar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Azhar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarwat Azhar?

    Please contact Dr. Azhar's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Azhar's office located?

    Dr. Azhar's offices are located in Secaucus, NJ, Jersey City, NJ, and Edison, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarwat Azhar have?

    Dr. Sarwat Azhar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.