MR
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riaz, Hospitalist in Takoma Park, MD?
Dr. Mahrukh Riaz, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Takoma Park, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Riaz is currently affiliated with Internal Medicine Hospitalist Department. Dr. Riaz 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. Riaz’s office at (301) 754-7000.
What languages does Dr. Riaz speak?
Dr. Riaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Riaz typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Riaz 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. Riaz. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Riaz typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Mahrukh Riaz may include:
Please contact Dr. Riaz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Riaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Riaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 754-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riaz accept in Takoma Park, MD?
Dr. Riaz in Takoma Park, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Maryland Physicians Care
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Riaz's office located?
Internal Medicine Hospitalist Department
7600 Carroll Ave
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(301) 754-7000
What is Dr. Riaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336404896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riaz
What is Dr. Mahrukh Riaz's specialty?
Dr. Riaz is a Hospitalist near Takoma Park, MD.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mahrukh Riaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riaz is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mahrukh Riaz accepting new patients in Takoma Park, MD?
Yes, Dr. Mahrukh Riaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahrukh Riaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riaz's office at (301) 754-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahrukh Riaz?
Please contact Dr. Riaz's office at (301) 754-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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