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Dr. Husham Sharifi, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist, Internist

Pleasanton, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharifi, Critical Care Internist in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Husham Sharifi, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sharifi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharifi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharifi’s office at (650) 723-2325.

    What languages does Dr. Sharifi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sharifi typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Sharifi 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. Sharifi. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiolitis Obliterans
    • COPD
    • Popcorn Lung
    • Constrictive Bronchiolitis
    • Obliterative Bronchiolitis
    • BO Syndrome
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4481: Bronchiolitis obliterans and bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Rare interstitial lung conditions
    • Uncommon lung scarring diseases
    • Other ILD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sharifi typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Husham Sharifi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sharifi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharifi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-2325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharifi accept in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Sharifi in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sharifi's office located?

    Dr. Husham Sharifi's Primary Practice

    5555 W Las Positas Blvd

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

    (650) 723-2325

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    Dr. Husham Sharifi's Practice 2

    3351 El Camino Real Ste 201

    Atherton, CA 94027

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    Dr. Husham Sharifi's Practice 3

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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

    Dr. Sharifi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306161328.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharifi?

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

    What is Dr. Husham Sharifi's specialty?

    Dr. Sharifi is a Critical Care Internist near Pleasanton, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Husham Sharifi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharifi is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, San Mateo 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care 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 Dr. Husham Sharifi accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Husham Sharifi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Husham Sharifi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharifi's office at (650) 723-2325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Husham Sharifi?

    Please contact Dr. Sharifi's office at (650) 723-2325 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharifi's office located?

    Dr. Sharifi's offices are located in Pleasanton, CA, Atherton, CA, and Stanford, CA.