24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghaffari, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghaffari graduated from Mashad University of Medical Sciences Iran and completed his residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Ghaffari is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghaffari’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghaffari’s office at (814) 946-1655.
Where did Dr. Ghaffari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Mashad Medical School | Mashad University of Medical Sciences Iran
Is Dr. Ghaffari board certified in Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine?
Yes, Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ghaffari speak?
Dr. Ghaffari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Ghaffari treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine, Dr. Ghaffari 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. Ghaffari. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ghaffari perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine, Dr. Ghaffari 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. Ghaffari. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Ghaffari accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghaffari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 946-1655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghaffari accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Ghaffari in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Ghaffari's office located?
What is Dr. Ghaffari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghaffari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770700718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghaffari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghaffari
What is Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari's specialty?
Dr. Ghaffari is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine near Altoona, PA. A Family Medicine Physician with specialization in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and primarily focuses on the clinical assessment, physiological testing, diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of all ages and utilize multidisciplinary approaches. Conditions managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders. Contact Dr. Ghaffari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghaffari is affiliated with UPMC Altoona 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
Where can I learn more about Sleep Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine?
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Is Mehrdad Ghaffari accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffari's office at (814) 946-1655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehrdad Ghaffari?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffari's office at (814) 946-1655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari have?
Dr. Mehrdad Ghaffari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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