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Dr. Muhammad Farooq

Critical Care Internist, Nephrologist, Pediatrician

Cape Girardeau, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farooq, Critical Care Internist in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Dr. Muhammad Farooq is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO. Dr. Farooq graduated from Nishtar Medical College & Hospital. Dr. Farooq is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farooq’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farooq’s office at (573) 331-6676.

    Where did Dr. Farooq go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Nishtar Medical College & Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Farooq speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Farooq typically treat?

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

    • 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Farooq typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Farooq may include:

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

    Does Dr. Farooq accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farooq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 331-6676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farooq accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Dr. Farooq in Cape Girardeau, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Missouri

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    Where is Dr. Farooq's office located?

    Dr. Muhammad Farooq's Primary Practice

    1701 Lacey St

    Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

    (573) 331-6676

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

    Dr. Farooq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851656706.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farooq?

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

    What is Dr. Muhammad Farooq's specialty?

    Dr. Farooq is a Critical Care Internist near Cape Girardeau, MO.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Farooq is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Advocate Sherman Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Farooq accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Muhammad Farooq offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (573) 331-6676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (573) 331-6676 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Farooq's office located?

    Dr. Farooq's office is located in Cape Girardeau, MO.