Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shafqat, Hospitalist in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Sara Shafqat, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Toledo, OH. Dr. Shafqat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafqat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafqat’s office at (419) 383-3578.
What languages does Dr. Shafqat speak?
Dr. Shafqat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shafqat typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shafqat 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. Shafqat. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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:
- 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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shafqat typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Shafqat may include:
Please contact Dr. Shafqat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shafqat accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafqat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 383-3578 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafqat accept in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Shafqat in Toledo, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Maryland
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shafqat's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sara Shafqat?
Dr. Shafqat has appointments available at her Toledo, OH office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Shafqat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafqat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053807727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafqat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafqat
What is Dr. Sara Shafqat's specialty?
Dr. Shafqat is a Hospitalist near Toledo, OH.
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. Sara Shafqat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafqat is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, University Hospital-San Antonio, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sara Shafqat accepting new patients in Toledo, OH?
Yes, Dr. Sara Shafqat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Shafqat offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shafqat, or call (419) 383-3578 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Shafqat?
Please contact Dr. Shafqat's office at (419) 383-3578 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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