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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Granite City, IL?
Dr. Faqir Ahmad, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Granite City, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmad is currently affiliated with Emergency Department Christian Hospital. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (618) 798-3000.
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Faqir Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Faqir Ahmad may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (618) 798-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Granite City, IL?
Dr. Ahmad in Granite City, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Centene Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Faqir Ahmad's Primary Practice
2100 Madison Ave
Granite City, IL 62040
(618) 798-3000
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 1487684957.
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. Faqir Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Granite City, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Faqir Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Anderson Hospital, Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Faqir Ahmad accepting new patients in Granite City, IL?
Yes, Dr. Faqir Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faqir Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (618) 798-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faqir Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (618) 798-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faqir Ahmad have?
Dr. Faqir Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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