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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shariff, Family Medicine Specialist in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Sohail Shariff, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shariff is fluent in English, Hindi, Papuan languages, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shariff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shariff’s office at (478) 625-8471.
What languages does Dr. Shariff speak?
Dr. Shariff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Papuan languages
Urdu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shariff typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shariff 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. Shariff. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shariff typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sohail Shariff may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Shariff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shariff accept my insurance?
Dr. Shariff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 625-8471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shariff accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Shariff in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Shariff's office located?
What is Dr. Shariff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shariff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194730929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shariff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shariff
What is Dr. Sohail Shariff's specialty?
Dr. Shariff is a Family Medicine Specialist near Altoona, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sohail Shariff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shariff is affiliated with Upmc Altoona, Geisinger Medical Center, Mount Nittany Medical 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sohail Shariff accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sohail Shariff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sohail Shariff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shariff's office at (478) 625-8471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sohail Shariff?
Please contact Dr. Shariff's office at (478) 625-8471 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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