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Who is Dr. Salihi, Critical Care Internist in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Walid Salihi, DO is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Salihi graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program. Dr. Salihi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salihi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salihi’s office at (209) 521-6097.
Where did Dr. Salihi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program
Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salihi speak?
Dr. Salihi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Salihi typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Salihi 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. Salihi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Salihi typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Salihi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Salihi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Salihi accept my insurance?
Dr. Salihi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 521-6097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salihi accept in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Salihi in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salihi's office located?
What is Dr. Salihi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salihi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467695718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salihi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salihi
What is Dr. Walid Salihi's specialty?
Dr. Salihi is a Critical Care Internist near Modesto, CA.
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 this Dr. Walid Salihi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salihi is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Memorial Hospital Los Banos 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
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Is Walid Salihi accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Walid Salihi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walid Salihi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salihi's office at (209) 521-6097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walid Salihi?
Please contact Dr. Salihi's office at (209) 521-6097 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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