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Dr. Saleem Shahzad, MD

Dr. Saleem Shahzad, MD

BROOKLYN, NY

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shahzad, Critical Care Internist in BROOKLYN, NY?

    Dr. Saleem Shahzad is a pulmonologist in Brooklyn, New York and is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He received his medical degree from Allama Iqbal Medical College. He also speaks multiple languages, including Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi. Dr. Saleem Shahzad, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in BROOKLYN, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shahzad is fluent in English, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shahzad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shahzad’s office at (917) 300-0553.

    Is Dr. Shahzad board certified in Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Saleem Shahzad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shahzad speak?

    Dr. Shahzad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Panjabi

    • Punjabi

    What conditions does Dr. Shahzad treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Shahzad 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. Shahzad. 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:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus

    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:

    • 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dependence on Ventilator
    • Respirator Dependence
    • Breathing Machine Reliance
    • Long-term Ventilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tracheostomy Care
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach Care
    • Trachea Tube Management
    • Breathing Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy

    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:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nicotine Addiction
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Tobacco Addiction
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Vaping Addiction
    • Nicotine Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shahzad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shahzad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shahzad accept in BROOKLYN, NY?

    Dr. Shahzad in BROOKLYN, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Shahzad's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Multi-Specialty

    7400 18th Avenue

    BROOKLYN, NY 11204

    (917) 300-0553

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Saleem Shahzad?

    Dr. Shahzad has appointments available at his BROOKLYN, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

    What is Dr. Shahzad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shahzad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295043057.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shahzad?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shahzad

    What is Dr. Saleem Shahzad's specialty?

    Dr. Shahzad is a Critical Care Internist near BROOKLYN, NY. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Shahzad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saleem Shahzad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shahzad is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with 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 Saleem Shahzad accepting new patients in BROOKLYN, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Saleem Shahzad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saleem Shahzad offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shahzad, or call (917) 300-0553 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Saleem Shahzad?

    Please contact Dr. Shahzad's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Saleem Shahzad have?

    Dr. Saleem Shahzad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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