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Dr. Masood Ahmed

Pulmonologist

Savannah, GA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmed, Pulmonologist in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Masood Ahmed is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office.

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

    • Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan

    Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Masood Ahmed is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?

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

    • English
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Masood Ahmed may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Ahmed in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Masood Ahmed's Primary Practice

    5356 Reynolds St Ste 303

    Savannah, GA 31405

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    Dr. Masood Ahmed's Practice 2

    131 Silverwood Ct Ste 100

    Rincon, GA 31326

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    Dr. Masood Ahmed's Practice 3

    11700 Mercy Blvd Ste 5

    Savannah, GA 31419

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

    Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255489019.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?

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

    What is Dr. Masood Ahmed's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmed is a Pulmonologist near Savannah, GA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Masood Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Candler Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Musc Health University Medical Center, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Masood Ahmed accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Masood Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Masood Ahmed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Masood Ahmed?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Ahmed's offices are located in Savannah, GA and Rincon, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Masood Ahmed have?

    Dr. Masood Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.