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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Critical Care Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shahzad Ahmad, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English 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 (202) 741-3540.
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Ahmad performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Extracorporeal Photopheresis
- ECP Treatment
- Photopheresis Therapy
- Blood Light Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36522: Photopheresis, extracorporeal
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-3540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ahmad in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Highmark Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Shahzad Ahmad's Primary Practice
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 741-3540
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 1730110123.
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. Shahzad Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Critical Care Internist near Washington, DC.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Shahzad Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, George Washington University Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Renown Regional Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Medstar Washington 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shahzad Ahmad accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Shahzad Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahzad Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (202) 741-3540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahzad Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (202) 741-3540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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