32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faruqi, Internist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Tabassum Faruqi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Faruqi graduated from Nawabshah Medical College - Pakistan and completed her residency at Michigan State University Program. Dr. Faruqi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faruqi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faruqi’s office at (517) 913-3900.
Where did Dr. Faruqi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Michigan State University Program
Medical School: Nawabshah Medical College - Pakistan
Is Dr. Faruqi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tabassum Faruqi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Faruqi speak?
Dr. Faruqi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Faruqi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Faruqi 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. Faruqi. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Faruqi typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Faruqi 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. Faruqi. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Faruqi accept my insurance?
Dr. Faruqi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 913-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faruqi accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Faruqi in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Faruqi's office located?
Dr. Tabassum Faruqi's Primary Practice
1725 W Harrison St Ste 837
Chicago, IL 60612
(517) 913-3900
What is Dr. Faruqi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faruqi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013968536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faruqi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faruqi
What is Dr. Tabassum Faruqi's specialty?
Dr. Faruqi is a Internist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Tabassum Faruqi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faruqi is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Mclaren Greater Lansing, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing 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 Tabassum Faruqi accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Tabassum Faruqi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tabassum Faruqi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faruqi's office at (517) 913-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tabassum Faruqi?
Please contact Dr. Faruqi's office at (517) 913-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tabassum Faruqi have?
Dr. Tabassum Faruqi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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