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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Hospitalist in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (850) 386-2266.
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed may include:
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 386-2266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Ahmed in Tallahassee, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Health Plan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed's Primary Practice
2626 Capital Medical Blvd
Tallahassee, FL 32308
(850) 386-2266
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063552396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Hospitalist near Tallahassee, FL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Hca Florida Capital 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Iftikhar Ahmed accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?
Yes, Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (850) 386-2266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Iftikhar Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (850) 386-2266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed have?
Dr. Iftikhar Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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