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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asghar, Hospitalist in Macon, GA?
Dr. Saleha Asghar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Macon, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Asghar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asghar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asghar’s office at (478) 721-0200.
What languages does Dr. Asghar speak?
Dr. Asghar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Asghar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Asghar 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. Asghar. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Asghar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Saleha Asghar may include:
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Asghar accept my insurance?
Dr. Asghar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 721-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asghar accept in Macon, GA?
Dr. Asghar in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Asghar's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Asghar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Asghar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Piedmont Macon Medical Center,Macon, GA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Macon Medical Center,Macon, GA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Macon Medical Center,Macon, GA
Piedmont Macon Medical Center,Macon, GA
Aiken Regional Medical Centers,Aiken, SCRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Aiken Regional Medical Centers,Aiken, SC
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Wellstar Cobb Medical Center,Austell, GARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Wellstar Cobb Medical Center,Austell, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Piedmont Macon North Hospital,Macon, GARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Macon North Hospital,Macon, GA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
What is Dr. Asghar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asghar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427571827.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asghar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asghar
What is Dr. Saleha Asghar's specialty?
Dr. Asghar is a Hospitalist near Macon, GA.
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 Dr. Saleha Asghar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asghar is affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Macon North 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 Dr. Saleha Asghar accepting new patients in Macon, GA?
Yes, Dr. Saleha Asghar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saleha Asghar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office at (478) 721-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Saleha Asghar?
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office at (478) 721-0200 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Asghar's office located?
Dr. Asghar's offices are located in Macon, GA, East Point, GA, and Austell, GA.
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