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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rizk, Critical Care Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Salim Rizk, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Rizk graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at University of Virginia Program. Dr. Rizk is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizk’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizk’s office at (410) 494-1662.
Where did Dr. Rizk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Virginia Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
What languages does Dr. Rizk speak?
Dr. Rizk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Rizk typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Rizk 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. Rizk. 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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Rizk typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Salim Rizk may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Rizk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rizk accept my insurance?
Dr. Rizk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 494-1662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rizk accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Rizk in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rizk's office located?
Dr. Salim Rizk's Primary Practice
201 E University Pkwy
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 494-1662
What is Dr. Rizk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rizk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407989601.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rizk
What is Dr. Salim Rizk's specialty?
Dr. Rizk is a Critical Care Internist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Salim Rizk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rizk is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Salim Rizk accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Salim Rizk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salim Rizk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rizk's office at (410) 494-1662 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salim Rizk?
Please contact Dr. Rizk's office at (410) 494-1662 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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