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Dr. Amita Hazariwala, MD

Fort Payne, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hazariwala, Hospitalist in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Amita Hazariwala, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fort Payne, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hazariwala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hazariwala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hazariwala’s office at (251) 435-7289.

    Is Dr. Hazariwala board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Amita Hazariwala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hazariwala speak?

    Dr. Hazariwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hazariwala typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hazariwala 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. Hazariwala. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hazariwala typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Amita Hazariwala may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hazariwala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hazariwala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hazariwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 435-7289 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hazariwala accept in Fort Payne, AL?

    Dr. Hazariwala in Fort Payne, AL 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hazariwala's office located?

    Dr. Amita Hazariwala's Primary Practice

    200 Medical Center Dr SW

    Fort Payne, AL 35968

    (251) 435-7289

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    Dr. Amita Hazariwala's Practice 2

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

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    Dr. Amita Hazariwala's Practice 3

    3400 Highway 78 E

    Jasper, AL 35501

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    What is Dr. Hazariwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hazariwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548472442.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hazariwala?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hazariwala

    What is Dr. Amita Hazariwala's specialty?

    Dr. Hazariwala is a Hospitalist near Fort Payne, AL.

    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. Amita Hazariwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hazariwala is affiliated with Dekalb Regional Medical Center, Singing River Pascagoula 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Amita Hazariwala accepting new patients in Fort Payne, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Amita Hazariwala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amita Hazariwala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hazariwala's office at (251) 435-7289 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amita Hazariwala?

    Please contact Dr. Hazariwala's office at (251) 435-7289 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amita Hazariwala have?

    Dr. Amita Hazariwala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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