SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chughtai, Hospitalist in Smithfield, NC?
Dr. Shaheera Chughtai, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Smithfield, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chughtai is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chughtai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chughtai’s office at (608) 373-8000.
What languages does Dr. Chughtai speak?
Dr. Chughtai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chughtai typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Chughtai 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. Chughtai. 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 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. Chughtai typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Shaheera Chughtai may include:
Please contact Dr. Chughtai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chughtai accept my insurance?
Dr. Chughtai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 373-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chughtai accept in Smithfield, NC?
Dr. Chughtai in Smithfield, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chughtai's office located?
Dr. Shaheera Chughtai's Primary Practice
509 N Brightleaf Blvd
Smithfield, NC 27577
(608) 373-8000
What is Dr. Chughtai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chughtai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447798525.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chughtai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chughtai
What is Dr. Shaheera Chughtai's specialty?
Dr. Chughtai is a Hospitalist near Smithfield, NC.
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. Shaheera Chughtai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chughtai is affiliated with Unc Health Johnston Clayton, Unc Health Rex, Duke University Hospital 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 Shaheera Chughtai accepting new patients in Smithfield, NC?
Yes, Dr. Shaheera Chughtai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaheera Chughtai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chughtai's office at (608) 373-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaheera Chughtai?
Please contact Dr. Chughtai's office at (608) 373-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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