Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farooq, Infectious Disease Specialist in Venice, FL?
Dr. Ahmed Farooq, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Venice, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Farooq graduated from Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan and completed his residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygeine, International Society of Travel Medicine, Infectious Diseases Society of America, and American Medical Association. Dr. Farooq is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farooq’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farooq’s office at (941) 244-9524.
Where did Dr. Farooq go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pitt County MemorialHospital, Bordy School of Medi, Infectious Diseases, NC, USA | INFECTIOUS DISEASE, BRODY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY, GREENVILLE, NC | Infectious Diseases - Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, NC | (Infectious Disease), BRODY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY, GREENVILLE, NC
Residency: Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Elmhurst Hospital Center
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Farooq board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Farooq, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007
What languages does Dr. Farooq speak?
Dr. Farooq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Farooq treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Farooq 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. Farooq. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- E. Coli Sepsis
- Sepsis
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- MRSA Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Sepsis
- MRSA Blood Infection
- Staph Sepsis (MRSA)
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
- A4102: Sepsis due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
- Lung infection
- Bacterial pneumonia
- Pseudomonas pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
- J151: Pneumonia due to Pseudomonas
Also known as:
- Deep Incision Infection After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Deep surgical wound infection
- Internal incision infection
- Serious wound infection after operation
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8142XA: Infection following a procedure, deep incisional surgical site, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Also known as:
- Deep surgical site infection
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Deep wound infection after surgery
- Internal incision infection
- Deep post-operative infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8142XD: Infection following a procedure, deep incisional surgical site, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
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:
- C. diff Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Clostridioides difficile infection
- Clostridium difficile colitis
- C. difficile-associated diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Farooq perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Farooq performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Farooq. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Farooq accept my insurance?
Dr. Farooq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 244-9524 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farooq accept in Venice, FL?
Dr. Farooq in Venice, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Farooq's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Member
American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygeine
Member
International Society of Travel Medicine
Member
Infectious Diseases Society of America
Member
American Medical Association
Member
What is Dr. Farooq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farooq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811021769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farooq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farooq
What is Dr. Ahmed Farooq's specialty?
Dr. Farooq is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Venice, FL.
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.
Contact Dr. Farooq to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ahmed Farooq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farooq is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, Concord Hospital – Laconia, CAMC General 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
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Is Ahmed Farooq accepting new patients in Venice, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Farooq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Farooq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (941) 244-9524 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Farooq?
Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (941) 244-9524 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed Farooq have?
Dr. Ahmed Farooq is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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