35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sheikh, Internist in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Saba Sheikh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sheikh graduated from Fatima Jinnah Med College For Women University Of Punjab Lahore Pakistan and completed her residency at Sisters Charity Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (410) 964-5300.
Where did Dr. Sheikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sisters Charity Hosp, Internal Medicine | Charity Hospital of Louisiana at New Orleans | NYCOMEC/Sisters of Charity Hosp Program
Medical School: Fatima Jinnah Med College For Women University Of Punjab Lahore Pakistan | Fatima Jinnah Med College For Women University Of Punjab Lahore Pakistan | Fatima Jinnah Medical College for Women
Is Dr. Sheikh board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Saba Sheikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?
Dr. Sheikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Sheikh treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Lung Disease
- Lung infection
- Chest infection
- Acute respiratory infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection
Which procedures does Dr. Sheikh perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Saba Sheikh may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sheikh's office.
Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 964-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Sheikh in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?
Dr. Saba Sheikh's Primary Practice
5450 Knoll North Dr Ste 275
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 964-5300
What is Dr. Sheikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053319210.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheikh
What is Dr. Saba Sheikh's specialty?
Dr. Sheikh is a Internist near Columbia, MD.
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.
Contact Dr. Sheikh to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Saba Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sheikh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Saba Sheikh accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Saba Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saba Sheikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (410) 964-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saba Sheikh?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (410) 964-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saba Sheikh have?
Dr. Saba Sheikh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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