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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girach, Internist in Cumberland, RI?
Dr. Altaf Girach, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cumberland, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Girach graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine. Dr. Girach is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girach’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girach’s office at (401) 333-8500.
Where did Dr. Girach go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine | Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Albert Szent-Gyorgyi Orvostudomanyi Egyetem | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Girach board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Altaf Girach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Girach speak?
Dr. Girach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Girach treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Girach 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. Girach. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Girach perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Altaf Girach may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Girach's office.
Does Dr. Girach accept my insurance?
Dr. Girach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 333-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girach accept in Cumberland, RI?
Dr. Girach in Cumberland, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
MII Life
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Girach's office located?
Dr. Altaf Girach's Primary Practice
2138 Mendon Rd Ste 101A
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-8500
What is Dr. Girach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801982491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girach
What is Dr. Altaf Girach's specialty?
Dr. Girach is a Internist near Cumberland, RI.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Girach to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Altaf Girach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girach is affiliated with The Miriam 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
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Is Altaf Girach accepting new patients in Cumberland, RI?
Yes, Dr. Altaf Girach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Altaf Girach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girach's office at (401) 333-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Altaf Girach?
Please contact Dr. Girach's office at (401) 333-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Altaf Girach have?
Dr. Altaf Girach is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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