Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shariff, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Imran Shariff, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shariff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shariff’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shariff’s office at (215) 537-7400.
What languages does Dr. Shariff speak?
Dr. Shariff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shariff treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Shariff 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. Shariff. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Which procedures does Dr. Shariff perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Imran Shariff may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shariff's office.
Does Dr. Shariff accept my insurance?
Dr. Shariff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 537-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shariff accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Shariff in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida League of Cities
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Shariff's office located?
Dr. Imran Shariff's Primary Practice
1255 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 3500
Allentown, PA 18103
(215) 537-7400
What is Dr. Shariff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shariff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558692707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shariff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shariff
What is Dr. Imran Shariff's specialty?
Dr. Shariff is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Allentown, PA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Shariff to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Imran Shariff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shariff is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Imran Shariff accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Imran Shariff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Imran Shariff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shariff's office at (215) 537-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Imran Shariff?
Please contact Dr. Shariff's office at (215) 537-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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