MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afzal, Hospitalist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Muhammad Afzal, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Afzal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afzal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afzal’s office at (843) 847-4559.
What languages does Dr. Afzal speak?
Dr. Afzal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Afzal typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Afzal 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. Afzal. 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:
- 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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Afzal typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Afzal may include:
Please contact Dr. Afzal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afzal accept my insurance?
Dr. Afzal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 847-4559 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afzal accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Afzal in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Afzal's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Afzal's Primary Practice
9330 Medical Plaza Dr
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 847-4559
What is Dr. Afzal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afzal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477808426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afzal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afzal
What is Dr. Muhammad Afzal's specialty?
Dr. Afzal is a Hospitalist near Charleston, SC.
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. Muhammad Afzal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afzal is affiliated with Trident Medical Center, Colleton Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Roper Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Muhammad Afzal accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Afzal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Afzal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afzal's office at (843) 847-4559 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Afzal?
Please contact Dr. Afzal's office at (843) 847-4559 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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