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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safdar, Hospitalist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Saba Safdar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Safdar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safdar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safdar’s office at (717) 217-4300.
What languages does Dr. Safdar speak?
Dr. Safdar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Safdar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Safdar 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. Safdar. 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
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:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Safdar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Saba Safdar may include:
Please contact Dr. Safdar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Safdar accept my insurance?
Dr. Safdar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 217-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safdar accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Safdar in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Safdar's office located?
What is Dr. Safdar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safdar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851950711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safdar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safdar
What is Dr. Saba Safdar's specialty?
Dr. Safdar is a Hospitalist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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. Saba Safdar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safdar is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Saba Safdar accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Saba Safdar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saba Safdar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safdar's office at (717) 217-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saba Safdar?
Please contact Dr. Safdar's office at (717) 217-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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