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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alam, Hospitalist in Suffern, NY?
Dr. Loba Alam, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Suffern, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (908) 273-4300.
What languages does Dr. Alam speak?
Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alam typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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:
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alam typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Loba Alam may include:
Please contact Dr. Alam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?
Dr. Alam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 273-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alam accept in Suffern, NY?
Dr. Alam in Suffern, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Alam's office located?
What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407351638.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam
What is Dr. Loba Alam's specialty?
Dr. Alam is a Hospitalist near Suffern, NY.
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. Loba Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alam is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Suffern, Ny 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 Loba Alam accepting new patients in Suffern, NY?
Yes, Dr. Loba Alam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Loba Alam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (908) 273-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Loba Alam?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (908) 273-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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