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Dr. Muhammad Shaikh, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shaikh, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Muhammad Shaikh, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shaikh completed his residency at In Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaikh is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaikh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaikh’s office at (415) 476-2131.

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

    • Residency: In Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky

    What languages does Dr. Shaikh speak?

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

    • English
    • Urdu

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shaikh typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Shaikh may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shaikh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 476-2131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shaikh accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Shaikh in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?

    Dr. Muhammad Shaikh's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 476-2131

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    Dr. Muhammad Shaikh's Practice 2

    1600 Divisadero St

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shaikh affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shaikh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770507139.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaikh?

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

    What is Dr. Muhammad Shaikh's specialty?

    Dr. Shaikh is an Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Muhammad Shaikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shaikh is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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

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    Is Dr. Muhammad Shaikh accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Muhammad Shaikh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Muhammad Shaikh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (415) 476-2131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Muhammad Shaikh?

    Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (415) 476-2131 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?

    Dr. Shaikh's office is located in San Francisco, CA.