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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saleem, Internist in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Shiraz Saleem, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA. Dr. Saleem is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saleem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saleem’s office at (510) 655-4000.
What languages does Dr. Saleem speak?
Dr. Saleem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saleem typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Saleem 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. Saleem. 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:
- 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Saleem typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shiraz Saleem may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saleem accept my insurance?
Dr. Saleem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 655-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saleem accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Saleem in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Saleem's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Saleem affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Saleem has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital,Philadelphia, PARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CARanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Sutter Delta Medical Center,Antioch, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
What is Dr. Saleem's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saleem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255786711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saleem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saleem
What is Dr. Shiraz Saleem's specialty?
Dr. Saleem is an Internist near Scranton, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Shiraz Saleem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saleem is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical 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
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Is Dr. Shiraz Saleem accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shiraz Saleem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shiraz Saleem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office at (510) 655-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shiraz Saleem?
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office at (510) 655-4000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Saleem's office located?
Dr. Saleem's office is located in Scranton, PA.
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