33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tahira, Internist in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Mussarat Tahira, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Tahira graduated from Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan and completed her residency at Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tahira is fluent in English, Hindi, Icelandic, Indic languages, Persian, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tahira’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tahira’s office at (703) 671-5200.
Where did Dr. Tahira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Saint Elizabeths Hospital-DC Department of Behavioral Health Program
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Allama Iqbal Medical College
Is Dr. Tahira board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mussarat Tahira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1995
What languages does Dr. Tahira speak?
Dr. Tahira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Icelandic
Indic languages
Persian
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tahira typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tahira 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. Tahira. 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:
- 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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tahira typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Tahira 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. Tahira. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Full Contact Leg Cast Application
- Total Contact Cast
- Rigid Leg Cast
- Custom Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast
Does Dr. Tahira accept my insurance?
Dr. Tahira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 671-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tahira accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Tahira in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tahira's office located?
Dr. Mussarat Tahira's Primary Practice
611 S Carlin Springs Rd Ste 514
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 671-5200
What is Dr. Tahira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tahira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235229519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tahira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tahira
What is Dr. Mussarat Tahira's specialty?
Dr. Tahira is a Internist near Arlington, VA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mussarat Tahira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tahira is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks 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
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Is Mussarat Tahira accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?
Yes, Dr. Mussarat Tahira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mussarat Tahira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tahira's office at (703) 671-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mussarat Tahira?
Please contact Dr. Tahira's office at (703) 671-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mussarat Tahira have?
Dr. Mussarat Tahira is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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