Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shafiq, Nephrologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Asad Shafiq, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shafiq is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafiq’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafiq’s office at (570) 887-2833.
What languages does Dr. Shafiq speak?
Dr. Shafiq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shafiq treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shafiq 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. Shafiq. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Which procedures does Dr. Shafiq perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Asad Shafiq may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shafiq's office.
Does Dr. Shafiq accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafiq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 887-2833 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafiq accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Shafiq in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Shafiq's office located?
Dr. Asad Shafiq's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 887-2833
What is Dr. Shafiq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafiq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245662428.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafiq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafiq
What is Dr. Asad Shafiq's specialty?
Dr. Shafiq is a Nephrologist near Wilkes Barre, PA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Shafiq to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Asad Shafiq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafiq is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger 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
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Is Asad Shafiq accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Asad Shafiq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asad Shafiq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafiq's office at (570) 887-2833 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asad Shafiq?
Please contact Dr. Shafiq's office at (570) 887-2833 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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