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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waarith, Family Medicine Specialist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Hanifa Waarith is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Waarith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waarith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waarith’s office at (219) 949-7540.
What languages does Dr. Waarith speak?
Dr. Waarith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Waarith treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waarith 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. Waarith. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Waarith perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hanifa Waarith may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waarith's office.
Does Dr. Waarith accept my insurance?
Dr. Waarith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 949-7540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waarith accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Waarith in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Group Administrators Ltd
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Waarith's office located?
Dr. Hanifa Waarith's Primary Practice
8687 Connecticut St Ste D
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 949-7540
What is Dr. Waarith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waarith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205426723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waarith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waarith
What is Dr. Hanifa Waarith's specialty?
Dr. Waarith is a Family Medicine Specialist near Merrillville, IN. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Waarith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hanifa Waarith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waarith is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center - Hobart, IN, Franciscan Health Crown Point 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Hanifa Waarith accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Hanifa Waarith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hanifa Waarith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waarith's office at (219) 949-7540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hanifa Waarith?
Please contact Dr. Waarith's office at (219) 949-7540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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