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39 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Hakim, Internist in Westborough, MA?
Dr. Faiyaz Hakim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Westborough, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Hakim graduated from BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL) and completed his residency at Meml Hosp. Dr. Hakim is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hakim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hakim’s office at (508) 753-4151.
Where did Dr. Hakim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Meml Hosp | MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: Gujarat University / Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College | BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL)
Is Dr. Hakim board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Faiyaz 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
Gujarati
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Hakim treat?
As an 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:
- Dementia
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle atrophy
- Muscle loss
- Muscle shrinkage
- Weak muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6258: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, other site
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:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does Dr. Hakim perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hakim 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. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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. Hakim accept my insurance?
Dr. Hakim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 753-4151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hakim accept in Westborough, MA?
Dr. Hakim in Westborough, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
California Foundation for Medical Care
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Point32Health
SGS North America Inc
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hakim's office located?
Dr. Faiyaz Hakim's Primary Practice
290 Turnpike Rd Ste 150-414
Westborough, MA 01581
(508) 753-4151
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 1932113446.
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. Faiyaz Hakim's specialty?
Dr. Hakim is a Internist near Westborough, MA.
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. Faiyaz Hakim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hakim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Faiyaz Hakim accepting new patients in Westborough, MA?
Yes, Dr. Faiyaz Hakim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faiyaz Hakim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hakim's office at (508) 753-4151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faiyaz Hakim?
Please contact Dr. Hakim's office at (508) 753-4151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faiyaz Hakim have?
Dr. Faiyaz Hakim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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