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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarah, Internist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Alif Sarah, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sarah completed his residency at Western Reserve Care Sys, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sarah is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarah’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarah’s office at (520) 297-9813.
Where did Dr. Sarah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Western Reserve Care Sys, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Western Res Care System
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Sarah board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alif Sarah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sarah speak?
Dr. Sarah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Sarah treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sarah 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. Sarah. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sarah perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alif Sarah may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sarah's office.
Does Dr. Sarah accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 297-9813 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sarah accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Sarah in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
OptumRx
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sarah's office located?
What is Dr. Sarah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992866651.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarah
What is Dr. Alif Sarah's specialty?
Dr. Sarah is a Internist near Tucson, AZ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sarah to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alif Sarah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarah is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az 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
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Is Alif Sarah accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Alif Sarah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alif Sarah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarah's office at (520) 297-9813 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alif Sarah?
Please contact Dr. Sarah's office at (520) 297-9813 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alif Sarah have?
Dr. Alif Sarah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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