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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arif, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Needham, MA?
Dr. Hassan Arif, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Needham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Arif graduated from Khyber Med College. Dr. Arif is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arif’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arif’s office at (617) 363-8000.
Where did Dr. Arif go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Khyber Med College
What languages does Dr. Arif speak?
Dr. Arif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Arif treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Arif 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. Arif. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does Dr. Arif perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Arif 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. Arif. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Arif accept my insurance?
Dr. Arif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 363-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arif accept in Needham, MA?
Dr. Arif in Needham, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Commonwealth Care Alliance
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Arif's office located?
Dr. Hassan Arif's Primary Practice
464 Hillside Ave Ste 304
Needham, MA 02494
(617) 363-8000
What is Dr. Arif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376775130.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arif
What is Dr. Hassan Arif's specialty?
Dr. Arif is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Needham, MA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Arif to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hassan Arif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arif is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham 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 Hassan Arif accepting new patients in Needham, MA?
Yes, Dr. Hassan Arif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hassan Arif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arif's office at (617) 363-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hassan Arif?
Please contact Dr. Arif's office at (617) 363-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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