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Dr. Muhammad Syed, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Syed, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Muhammad Syed, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Syed is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Syed’s office at (210) 575-7000.

    Is Dr. Syed board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Muhammad Syed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Syed speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Syed typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Syed 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. Syed. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Syed typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Syed may include:

    Please contact Dr. Syed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Syed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Syed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 575-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Syed accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Syed in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bexar County Hospital District

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • State of Texas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Syed's office located?

    Dr. Muhammad Syed's Primary Practice

    7700 Floyd Curl Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 575-7000

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

    Dr. Syed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053607689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Syed?

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

    What is Dr. Muhammad Syed's specialty?

    Dr. Syed is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.

    Is Dr. Muhammad Syed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Syed is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Camc General Hospital, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Muhammad Syed accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Muhammad Syed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Muhammad Syed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Syed's office at (210) 575-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Muhammad Syed?

    Please contact Dr. Syed's office at (210) 575-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Syed's office located?

    Dr. Syed's office is located in San Antonio, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Syed have?

    Dr. Muhammad Syed is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.