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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. 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 Medicare 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 as a 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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Mushfiq typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
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)
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:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Mushfiq typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Omar Mushfiq may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Mushfiq's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
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, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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