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Dr. Farouk Talakshi, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Talakshi, Internist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Farouk Talakshi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Talakshi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Talakshi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Talakshi’s office at (214) 345-7999.

    What languages does Dr. Talakshi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Talakshi treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Talakshi 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. Talakshi. 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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Repeated Falls
    • Falls
    • Frequent Falling
    • Recurrent Falls
    • Balance Problems Leading to Falls

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R296: Repeated falls

    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
    • 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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Medical Check After Other Accident
    • Post-injury medical exam
    • Accident injury evaluation
    • General accident checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident

    Also known as:

    • Unstable Angina (Sudden Chest Pain)
    • Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Acute Angina
    • Worsening Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I200: Unstable angina

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Talakshi perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Farouk Talakshi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Talakshi's office.

    Does Dr. Talakshi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Talakshi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 345-7999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Talakshi accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Talakshi in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Talakshi's office located?

    Dr. Farouk Talakshi's Primary Practice

    8200 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 830

    Dallas, TX 75231

    (214) 345-7999

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    Christus Spohn Shoreline

    600 Elizabeth St

    Corpus Christi, TX 78404

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    Dr. Farouk Talakshi's Practice 3

    5950 Saratoga Blvd

    Corpus Christi, TX 78414

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

    Dr. Talakshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316233000.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Talakshi?

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

    What is Dr. Farouk Talakshi's specialty?

    Dr. Talakshi is a Internist near Dallas, TX.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Talakshi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Farouk Talakshi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Talakshi is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Texas Health Denton, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Farouk Talakshi accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Farouk Talakshi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Farouk Talakshi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Talakshi's office at (214) 345-7999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Farouk Talakshi?

    Please contact Dr. Talakshi's office at (214) 345-7999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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