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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safdar, Pulmonologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Syed Safdar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Safdar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safdar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safdar’s office at (916) 973-5000.
What languages does Dr. Safdar speak?
Dr. Safdar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Safdar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Safdar 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. Safdar. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Safdar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Syed Safdar may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Safdar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Safdar accept my insurance?
Dr. Safdar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 973-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safdar accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Safdar in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other TPA
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Safdar's office located?
Attn Syed Atif Safdar Pulmonary Department
2025 Morse Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 973-5000
What is Dr. Safdar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safdar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144568007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safdar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safdar
What is Dr. Syed Safdar's specialty?
Dr. Safdar is a Pulmonologist near Sacramento, CA.
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 this Dr. Syed Safdar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safdar is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Syed Safdar accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Syed Safdar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Safdar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safdar's office at (916) 973-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Safdar?
Please contact Dr. Safdar's office at (916) 973-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Safdar
Attn Syed Atif Safdar Pulmonary Department
2025 Morse Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825