MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abubacker, Rheumatologist in South Charleston, WV?
Dr. Muhamed Abubacker, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in South Charleston, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Abubacker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abubacker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abubacker’s office at (304) 766-3600.
What languages does Dr. Abubacker speak?
Dr. Abubacker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abubacker treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Abubacker 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. Abubacker. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Abubacker perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Muhamed Abubacker may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abubacker's office.
Does Dr. Abubacker accept my insurance?
Dr. Abubacker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 766-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abubacker accept in South Charleston, WV?
Dr. Abubacker in South Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dollar General
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Other TPA
State of Tennessee
State of West Virginia
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abubacker's office located?
Dr. Muhamed Abubacker's Primary Practice
4605 Maccorkle Ave SW
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-3600
What is Dr. Abubacker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abubacker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639675424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abubacker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abubacker
What is Dr. Muhamed Abubacker's specialty?
Dr. Abubacker is a Rheumatologist near South Charleston, WV. 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. Contact Dr. Abubacker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muhamed Abubacker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abubacker is affiliated with WVU Medicine Thomas Memorial Hospital, CAMC General 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 Muhamed Abubacker accepting new patients in South Charleston, WV?
Yes, Dr. Muhamed Abubacker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhamed Abubacker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abubacker's office at (304) 766-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhamed Abubacker?
Please contact Dr. Abubacker's office at (304) 766-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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