Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Syed, Rheumatologist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Nilofar Syed, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Syed completed her residency at Brown University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Syed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Syed’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Syed’s office.
Where did Dr. Syed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Rheumatology
Residency: Brown University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Syed board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Nilofar Syed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Syed speak?
Dr. Syed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Syed treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Syed 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. Syed. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Polymyositis
- Myositis
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Idiopathic polymyositis
- Muscle inflammation
- Dermatomyositis
- Muscle Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3320: Polymyositis, organ involvement unspecified
- M3390: Dermatopolymyositis, unspecified, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Syed perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nilofar Syed may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Syed's office.
Does Dr. Syed accept my insurance?
Dr. Syed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Syed accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Syed in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Syed's office located?
What is Dr. Syed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Syed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578765327.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Syed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Syed
What is Dr. Nilofar Syed's specialty?
Dr. Syed is a Rheumatologist near Fort Worth, TX. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Syed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nilofar Syed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Syed is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Nilofar Syed accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nilofar Syed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nilofar Syed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Syed's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nilofar Syed?
Please contact Dr. Syed's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nilofar Syed have?
Dr. Nilofar Syed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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