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Dr. Yahya Ahmad, MD

Tahlequah, OK

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ahmad, Pediatrician in Tahlequah, OK?

    Dr. Yahya Ahmad, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tahlequah, OK. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmad completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Neurology; Atlantic Hlth System, Pediatrics. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Arabic, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (918) 458-9444.

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

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Neurology; Atlantic Hlth System, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Di Roma La Sapienza Faculty Di Med E Chirurgia Roma Italy

    Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Yahya Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Italian

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Yahya Ahmad may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 458-9444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Tahlequah, OK?

    Dr. Ahmad in Tahlequah, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Yahya Ahmad's Primary Practice

    1294 E Downing St Ste 3

    Tahlequah, OK 74464

    (918) 458-9444

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

    Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396781571.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?

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

    What is Dr. Yahya Ahmad's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmad is a Pediatrician near Tahlequah, OK.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Yahya Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ahmad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Yahya Ahmad accepting new patients in Tahlequah, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Yahya Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yahya Ahmad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (918) 458-9444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Yahya Ahmad?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (918) 458-9444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Yahya Ahmad have?

    Dr. Yahya Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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