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Dr. Waqar Hussain, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hussain, Internist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Waqar Hussain, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hussain is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussain’s office at (210) 757-2200.

    Is Dr. Hussain board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Waqar Hussain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hussain speak?

    Dr. Hussain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hussain typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Hussain 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. Hussain. 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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hussain typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Waqar Hussain may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hussain's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hussain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hussain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 757-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hussain accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Hussain in San Antonio, TX 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hussain's office located?

    Dr. Waqar Hussain's Primary Practice

    12446 West Ave Ste 200

    San Antonio, TX 78216

    (210) 757-2200

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    Dr. Waqar Hussain's Practice 2

    5106 W Loop 1604 N

    San Antonio, TX 78251

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    Dr. Waqar Hussain's Practice 3

    7700 Floyd Curl Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

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    What is Dr. Hussain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427052034.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussain?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hussain

    What is Dr. Waqar Hussain's specialty?

    Dr. Hussain is a Internist near San Antonio, TX.

    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. Waqar Hussain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hussain is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Waqar Hussain accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Waqar Hussain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Waqar Hussain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (210) 757-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Waqar Hussain?

    Please contact Dr. Hussain's office at (210) 757-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Waqar Hussain have?

    Dr. Waqar Hussain is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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