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Dr. Kinza Muzaffar

Rheumatologist

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Muzaffar, Rheumatologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Kinza Muzaffar is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Muzaffar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muzaffar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muzaffar’s office at (318) 626-2500.

    What languages does Dr. Muzaffar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Muzaffar typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Muzaffar 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. Muzaffar. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Muzaffar typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Muzaffar 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. Muzaffar. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Muzaffar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Muzaffar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Muzaffar accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Muzaffar in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Muzaffar's office located?

    Dr. Kinza Muzaffar's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 626-2500

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kinza Muzaffar?

    Dr. Muzaffar has appointments available at her Shreveport, LA office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Muzaffar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447601935.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muzaffar?

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

    What is Dr. Kinza Muzaffar's specialty?

    Dr. Muzaffar is a Rheumatologist near Shreveport, LA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Kinza Muzaffar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Muzaffar is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Hunt Regional Medical Center At Greenville 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 Dr. Kinza Muzaffar accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Kinza Muzaffar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kinza Muzaffar offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Muzaffar, or call (318) 626-2500 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kinza Muzaffar?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Muzaffar, or call (318) 626-2500 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Muzaffar's office located?

    Dr. Muzaffar's office is located in Shreveport, LA.