39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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 and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hakim’s office at (508) 752-3490.
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 an Internist like Dr. Hakim typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
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:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hakim typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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) 752-3490 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
BMC Health System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hakim's office located?
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.
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. Faiyaz Hakim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hakim is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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 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) 752-3490 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) 752-3490 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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