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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaukat, Hospitalist in Belleville, IL?
Dr. Bushra Shaukat, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Belleville, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shaukat is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaukat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaukat’s office at (618) 257-6220.
What languages does Dr. Shaukat speak?
Dr. Shaukat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Shaukat treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shaukat 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. Shaukat. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shaukat perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bushra Shaukat may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaukat's office.
Does Dr. Shaukat accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaukat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 257-6220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaukat accept in Belleville, IL?
Dr. Shaukat in Belleville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Shaukat's office located?
Dr. Bushra Shaukat's Primary Practice
4500 Memorial Dr
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 257-6220
What is Dr. Shaukat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaukat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033486758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaukat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaukat
What is Dr. Bushra Shaukat's specialty?
Dr. Shaukat is a Hospitalist near Belleville, IL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Shaukat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bushra Shaukat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaukat is affiliated with Meritus Health 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Bushra Shaukat accepting new patients in Belleville, IL?
Yes, Dr. Bushra Shaukat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bushra Shaukat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaukat's office at (618) 257-6220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bushra Shaukat?
Please contact Dr. Shaukat's office at (618) 257-6220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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