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Dr. Arafat Hakim, MD

Philadelphia, PA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hakim, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Arafat Hakim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hakim graduated from Kasturba Medical College Mangalore and completed his residency at MERCY FITZGERALD HOSPITAL. Dr. Hakim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hakim’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hakim’s office at (215) 748-9707.

    Where did Dr. Hakim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: MERCY FITZGERALD HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Kasturba Med School | Kasturba Medical College Mangalore

    Is Dr. Hakim board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Arafat Hakim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hakim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hakim treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Hakim 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. Hakim. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Hakim perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Arafat Hakim may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hakim's office.

    Does Dr. Hakim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hakim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 748-9707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hakim accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Hakim in Philadelphia, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hakim's office located?

    Dr. Arafat Hakim's Primary Practice

    501 S 54th St

    Philadelphia, PA 19143

    (215) 748-9707

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    Dr. Arafat Hakim's Practice 2

    100 E Lancaster Ave

    Wynnewood, PA 19096

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    Dr. Arafat Hakim's Practice 3

    3400 Spruce St Fl 5 Bldg Oral

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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

    Dr. Hakim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124218565.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hakim?

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

    What is Dr. Arafat Hakim's specialty?

    Dr. Hakim is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Hakim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arafat Hakim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hakim is affiliated with Riddle Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Arafat Hakim accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Arafat Hakim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arafat Hakim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hakim's office at (215) 748-9707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arafat Hakim?

    Please contact Dr. Hakim's office at (215) 748-9707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arafat Hakim have?

    Dr. Arafat Hakim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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