29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altaf, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Waseem Altaf, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fargo, ND with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Altaf graduated from Dow Medical College and completed his residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center. Dr. Altaf is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altaf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altaf’s office at (701) 234-2000.
Where did Dr. Altaf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine: North Shore University Hospital (Manhasset, NY)
Residency: Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center | Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College | Karachi Medical and Dental College
Is Dr. Altaf board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Waseem Altaf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Altaf speak?
Dr. Altaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altaf typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Altaf 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. Altaf. 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:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Slow Intrauterine Growth
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Fetal growth restriction
- IUGR
- Baby not growing well in womb
ICD-10 Codes:
- P059: Newborn affected by slow intrauterine growth, unspecified
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altaf typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Waseem Altaf may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Altaf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altaf accept my insurance?
Dr. Altaf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 234-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altaf accept in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Altaf in Fargo, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
IASIS Healthcare
Mercy Care
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Altaf's office located?
What is Dr. Altaf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770500761.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altaf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altaf
What is Dr. Waseem Altaf's specialty?
Dr. Altaf is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Fargo, ND.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Waseem Altaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altaf is affiliated with Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Abrazo West Campus, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Waseem Altaf accepting new patients in Fargo, ND?
Yes, Dr. Waseem Altaf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Waseem Altaf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altaf's office at (701) 234-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Waseem Altaf?
Please contact Dr. Altaf's office at (701) 234-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Waseem Altaf have?
Dr. Waseem Altaf is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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