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Dr. Babar Ahmed, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Corydon, IA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmed, Family Medicine Specialist in Corydon, IA?

    Dr. Babar Ahmed, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Corydon, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (641) 872-2063.

    Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Medicine | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: University Iberoamericana (Unibe)- Santo Domingo | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Babar Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?

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

    • English
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Babar Ahmed may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 872-2063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Corydon, IA?

    Dr. Ahmed in Corydon, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Babar Ahmed's Primary Practice

    417 S East St

    Corydon, IA 50060

    (641) 872-2063

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    Dr. Babar Ahmed's Practice 2

    6500 University Ave

    Des Moines, IA 50324

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    Dr. Babar Ahmed's Practice 3

    1405 NW Church St

    Leon, IA 50144

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

    Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285627323.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?

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

    What is Dr. Babar Ahmed's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmed is a Family Medicine Specialist near Corydon, IA.

    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 Dr. Babar Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Stormont Vail Hospital, The University Of Kansas Hospital, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Saint Luke's East Hospital, Research Medical Center, Menorah 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Babar Ahmed accepting new patients in Corydon, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Babar Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Babar Ahmed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (641) 872-2063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Babar Ahmed?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (641) 872-2063 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Ahmed's offices are located in Corydon, IA, Des Moines, IA, and Leon, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Babar Ahmed have?

    Dr. Babar Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.