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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mushfiq, Nephrologist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Omar Mushfiq, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mushfiq graduated from Chittagong Medical College and Hospital and completed his residency at Lankenau Hosp, Nephrology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine; Temple Univ Hosp, Psychiatry. Dr. Mushfiq is fluent in English, Bengali, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mushfiq’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mushfiq’s office.
Where did Dr. Mushfiq go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lankenau Hosp, Nephrology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine; Temple Univ Hosp, Psychiatry | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Chittagong Medical College | Chittagong Medical College and Hospital
Is Dr. Mushfiq board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Omar Mushfiq, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mushfiq speak?
Dr. Mushfiq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mushfiq treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mushfiq 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. Mushfiq. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Anemia of Chronic Disease
- Anemia
- Anemia of Inflammation or Chronic Disease
- Anemia of Inflammation
- ACD
- Anemia from long-term illness
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D638: Anemia in other chronic diseases classified elsewhere
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Hyperparathyroidism from Other Conditions
- Acquired Hyperparathyroidism
- Non-Primary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E211: Secondary hyperparathyroidism, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mushfiq perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Omar Mushfiq may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mushfiq's office.
Does Dr. Mushfiq accept my insurance?
Dr. Mushfiq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mushfiq accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Mushfiq in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmeriBen
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mushfiq's office located?
What is Dr. Mushfiq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mushfiq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225068034.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mushfiq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mushfiq
What is Dr. Omar Mushfiq's specialty?
Dr. Mushfiq is a Nephrologist near Athens, GA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Mushfiq to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Omar Mushfiq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mushfiq is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga 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 Omar Mushfiq accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Omar Mushfiq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Mushfiq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mushfiq's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Mushfiq?
Please contact Dr. Mushfiq's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Omar Mushfiq have?
Dr. Omar Mushfiq is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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