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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faruki, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ahmer Faruki, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Faruki is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faruki’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faruki’s office.
What languages does Dr. Faruki speak?
Dr. Faruki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Faruki typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Faruki 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. Faruki. 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:
- 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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Management
- Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
- Implantable Neurostimulator Care
- Deep Brain Stimulator Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator
Also known as:
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Psychological Assessment
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Faruki typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmer Faruki may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Faruki's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Faruki accept my insurance?
Dr. Faruki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faruki accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Faruki in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Faruki's office located?
What is Dr. Faruki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faruki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285889485.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faruki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faruki
What is Dr. Ahmer Faruki's specialty?
Dr. Faruki is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
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. Ahmer Faruki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faruki is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmer Faruki accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ahmer Faruki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmer Faruki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faruki's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmer Faruki?
Please contact Dr. Faruki's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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10837 Katy Fwy Ste 250
Houston, TX 77079