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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abbas, Hospitalist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Farrukh Abbas, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Abbas is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbas’s office at (585) 922-5067.
What languages does Dr. Abbas speak?
Dr. Abbas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Abbas typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Abbas 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. Abbas. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Abbas typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Farrukh Abbas may include:
Please contact Dr. Abbas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abbas accept my insurance?
Dr. Abbas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 922-5067 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abbas accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Abbas in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abbas' office located?
What is Dr. Abbas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abbas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790124675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abbas
What is Dr. Farrukh Abbas's specialty?
Dr. Abbas is a Hospitalist near Richmond, VA.
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. Farrukh Abbas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abbas is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed 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 Farrukh Abbas accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Farrukh Abbas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farrukh Abbas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abbas's office at (585) 922-5067 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farrukh Abbas?
Please contact Dr. Abbas's office at (585) 922-5067 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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