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Who is Dr. Sheikh, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Azad Sheikh, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sheikh completed his residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Anesthesiology. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (916) 733-8441.
Where did Dr. Sheikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Anesthesiology | University Hospital
Medical School: Karnataka Inst Med Sci- Karnataka Univ- Hubli- Karnataka- India | Karnatak Medical College, Karnatak University
Is Dr. Sheikh board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Azad Sheikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?
Dr. Sheikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheikh typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Newborn Jaundice
- Jaundice
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Infant Jaundice
- Physiological Jaundice
ICD-10 Codes:
- P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheikh typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Azad Sheikh may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 733-8441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Sheikh in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?
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 1558353151.
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. Azad Sheikh's specialty?
Dr. Sheikh is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Azad Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Azad Sheikh accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Azad Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azad Sheikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (916) 733-8441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azad Sheikh?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (916) 733-8441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Azad Sheikh have?
Dr. Azad Sheikh is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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