30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Pulmonologist in Fairfield, CA?
Dr. Maqbool Ahmed, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (707) 646-4180.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Karachi Medical and Dental College
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Middle Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maqbool Ahmed may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (707) 646-4180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Fairfield, CA?
Dr. Ahmed in Fairfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Maqbool Ahmed's Primary Practice
1860 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 200
Fairfield, CA 94533
(707) 646-4180
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 1760502710.
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. Maqbool Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Pulmonologist near Fairfield, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Maqbool Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Marshall 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Maqbool Ahmed accepting new patients in Fairfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maqbool Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maqbool Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (707) 646-4180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maqbool Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (707) 646-4180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pulmonologist Near Fairfield, CA
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Karan Julka, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Fairfield, CA
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Donald Doyle, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified.
Fairfield, CA
OL
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Olena Lineberry, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Fairfield, CA