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Dr. Shangida Ahsan, MD

Downey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahsan, Internist in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Shangida Ahsan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA. Dr. Ahsan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahsan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahsan’s office at (209) 576-3525.

    What languages does Dr. Ahsan speak?

    Dr. Ahsan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahsan typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Ahsan 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. Ahsan. 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 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahsan typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shangida Ahsan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ahsan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ahsan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahsan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 576-3525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahsan accept in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Ahsan in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahsan's office located?

    Dr. Shangida Ahsan's Primary Practice

    10441 Lakewood Blvd

    Downey, CA 90241

    (209) 576-3525

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ahsan affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ahsan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Pih Health Downey Hospital,Downey, CA
    Uci Health - Lakewood,Lakewood, CA
    Prime Healthcare - St. Francis Medical Center,Lynwood, CA
    Keck Hospital Of Usc,Los Angeles, CA
    Coast Plaza Hospital,Norwalk, CA

    What is Dr. Ahsan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ahsan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639638463.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahsan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahsan

    What is Dr. Shangida Ahsan's specialty?

    Dr. Ahsan is an Internist near Downey, 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 Dr. Shangida Ahsan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahsan is affiliated with Uci Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Shangida Ahsan accepting new patients in Downey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shangida Ahsan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shangida Ahsan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahsan's office at (209) 576-3525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shangida Ahsan?

    Please contact Dr. Ahsan's office at (209) 576-3525 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahsan's office located?

    Dr. Ahsan's office is located in Downey, CA.