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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shafiq, Internist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Salman Shafiq, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Shafiq graduated from Rawalpindi Medical College and completed his residency at Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shafiq is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafiq’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafiq’s office at (651) 241-8451.
Where did Dr. Shafiq go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | NYCOMEC/Jersey City Medical Center Program
Medical School: Rawalpindi Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Rawalpindi- Pakistan | Rawalpindi Medical College | Agartala Government Medical College
Is Dr. Shafiq board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Salman Shafiq, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shafiq speak?
Dr. Shafiq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shafiq typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shafiq 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. Shafiq. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shafiq typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Salman Shafiq may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Shafiq's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shafiq accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafiq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 241-8451 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafiq accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Shafiq in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shafiq's office located?
Dr. Salman Shafiq's Primary Practice
8850 Columbia 100 Pkwy Ste 301
Columbia, MD 21045
(651) 241-8451
What is Dr. Shafiq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafiq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376570648.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafiq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafiq
What is Dr. Salman Shafiq's specialty?
Dr. Shafiq is a Internist near Columbia, MD.
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. Salman Shafiq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafiq is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Um Capital Region Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Salman Shafiq accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Salman Shafiq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salman Shafiq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafiq's office at (651) 241-8451 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salman Shafiq?
Please contact Dr. Shafiq's office at (651) 241-8451 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salman Shafiq have?
Dr. Salman Shafiq is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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