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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheikh, Internist in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Afzal Sheikh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office.
What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?
Dr. Sheikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sheikh typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sheikh typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Afzal Sheikh may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Sheikh in Loma Linda, 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
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?
What is Dr. Sheikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538612403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheikh
What is Dr. Afzal Sheikh's specialty?
Dr. Sheikh is a Internist near Loma Linda, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Afzal Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center, Redlands Community 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Afzal Sheikh accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Afzal Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afzal Sheikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afzal Sheikh?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Sheikh
11234 Anderson St
Loma Linda, CA 92350