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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alsalman, Infectious Disease Specialist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Alsalman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsalman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsalman’s office at (515) 241-4200.
What languages does Dr. Alsalman speak?
Dr. Alsalman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Alsalman typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Alsalman 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. Alsalman. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Histoplasmosis
- Cave disease
- Ohio Valley disease
- Spelunker's lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- B399: Histoplasmosis, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Alsalman typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Alsalman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alsalman accept my insurance?
Dr. Alsalman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alsalman accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Alsalman in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Alsalman's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman's Primary Practice
1221 Pleasant St Ste 300
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-4200
What is Dr. Alsalman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alsalman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831645704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsalman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alsalman
What is Dr. Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman's specialty?
Dr. Alsalman is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Des Moines, IA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alsalman is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Allen Hospital, Unitypoint Health-Methodist West 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alsalman's office at (515) 241-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Shaher Mohammad Alsalman?
Please contact Dr. Alsalman's office at (515) 241-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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