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Dr. Wahila Alam, MD
Geriatric Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Internist
Farmington, CT
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alam, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Wahila Alam, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Farmington, CT with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Alam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (860) 679-4477.
Is Dr. Alam board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Wahila Alam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alam speak?
Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alam typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alam typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alam. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?
Dr. Alam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 679-4477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alam accept in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Alam in Farmington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alam's office located?
Dr. Wahila Alam's Primary Practice
263 Farmington Ave
Farmington, CT 06030
(860) 679-4477
What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215128202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam
What is Dr. Wahila Alam's specialty?
Dr. Alam is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Farmington, CT.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Wahila Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alam is affiliated with Uconn John Dempsey Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Wahila Alam accepting new patients in Farmington, CT?
Yes, Dr. Wahila Alam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wahila Alam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (860) 679-4477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wahila Alam?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (860) 679-4477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wahila Alam have?
Dr. Wahila Alam is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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