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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jaffer, Internist in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Omar Jaffer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jaffer is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jaffer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jaffer’s office at (360) 788-6112.
Is Dr. Jaffer board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Omar Jaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jaffer speak?
Dr. Jaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Jaffer treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Jaffer 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. Jaffer. 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.
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Jaffer perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Omar Jaffer 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jaffer's office.
Does Dr. Jaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Jaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 788-6112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jaffer accept in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Jaffer in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Jaffer's office located?
Dr. Omar Jaffer's Primary Practice
3015 Squalicum Pkwy
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 788-6112
What is Dr. Jaffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700095494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jaffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jaffer
What is Dr. Omar Jaffer's specialty?
Dr. Jaffer is a Internist near Bellingham, WA.
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.
Contact Dr. Jaffer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Omar Jaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jaffer is affiliated with Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Omar Jaffer accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?
Yes, Dr. Omar Jaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Jaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jaffer's office at (360) 788-6112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Jaffer?
Please contact Dr. Jaffer's office at (360) 788-6112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Omar Jaffer have?
Dr. Omar Jaffer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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