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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ishtiaq, Hospitalist in Honesdale, PA?
Dr. Sameera Ishtiaq, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Honesdale, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ishtiaq is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ishtiaq’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ishtiaq’s office at (570) 552-4450.
What languages does Dr. Ishtiaq speak?
Dr. Ishtiaq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ishtiaq treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ishtiaq 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. Ishtiaq. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Ishtiaq perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sameera Ishtiaq may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ishtiaq's office.
Does Dr. Ishtiaq accept my insurance?
Dr. Ishtiaq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 552-4450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ishtiaq accept in Honesdale, PA?
Dr. Ishtiaq in Honesdale, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Ishtiaq's office located?
What is Dr. Ishtiaq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ishtiaq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609287606.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ishtiaq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ishtiaq
What is Dr. Sameera Ishtiaq's specialty?
Dr. Ishtiaq is a Hospitalist near Honesdale, PA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Ishtiaq to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sameera Ishtiaq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ishtiaq is affiliated with Wayne Memorial Hospital 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Sameera Ishtiaq accepting new patients in Honesdale, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sameera Ishtiaq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sameera Ishtiaq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ishtiaq's office at (570) 552-4450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sameera Ishtiaq?
Please contact Dr. Ishtiaq's office at (570) 552-4450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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