Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharifi, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Rahim Sharifi, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sharifi graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center. Dr. Sharifi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharifi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharifi’s office at (510) 247-6300.
Where did Dr. Sharifi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center | California Pacific Medical Center Program
Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sharifi speak?
Dr. Sharifi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sharifi treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharifi 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. Sharifi. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Sharifi perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rahim Sharifi may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sharifi's office.
Does Dr. Sharifi accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharifi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 247-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharifi accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Sharifi in Castro Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Presbyterian Health Plan
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sharifi's office located?
Dr. Rahim Sharifi's Primary Practice
20101 Lake Chabot Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 247-6300
What is Dr. Sharifi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharifi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144548462.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharifi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharifi
What is Dr. Rahim Sharifi's specialty?
Dr. Sharifi is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Castro Valley, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Sharifi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rahim Sharifi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharifi is affiliated with Sutter Auburn Faith 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
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Is Rahim Sharifi accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rahim Sharifi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahim Sharifi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharifi's office at (510) 247-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahim Sharifi?
Please contact Dr. Sharifi's office at (510) 247-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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