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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Anwar, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Shaz Anwar, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI. Dr. Anwar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anwar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anwar’s office at (703) 333-6969.
What languages does Dr. Anwar speak?
Dr. Anwar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Anwar typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Anwar 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. Anwar. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Anwar typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shaz Anwar may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Anwar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Anwar accept my insurance?
Dr. Anwar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 333-6969 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Anwar accept in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Anwar in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Anwar's office located?
What is Dr. Anwar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anwar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124415344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anwar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anwar
What is Dr. Shaz Anwar's specialty?
Dr. Anwar is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Ann Arbor, MI.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Shaz Anwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Anwar is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center, Inova Alexandria 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore 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 Shaz Anwar accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?
Yes, Dr. Shaz Anwar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaz Anwar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anwar's office at (703) 333-6969 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaz Anwar?
Please contact Dr. Anwar's office at (703) 333-6969 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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