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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faruqui, Critical Care Internist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Aamir Faruqui, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Faruqui graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at MICHAEL REESE HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Faruqui is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faruqui’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faruqui’s office at (925) 934-2121.
Where did Dr. Faruqui go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: MICHAEL REESE HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine | Aga Khan University
What languages does Dr. Faruqui speak?
Dr. Faruqui and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Faruqui treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Faruqui 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. Faruqui. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Other Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Uncommon Sleep Apnea
- Rare Sleep Breathing Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4739: Other sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Tracheostomy Care
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach Care
- Trachea Tube Management
- Breathing Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Other Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Unusual Neurological Symptoms
- Nerve Problems
- Brain and Nerve Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble Sleeping
- Psychophysiologic Insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
Which procedures does Dr. Faruqui perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Aamir Faruqui may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Faruqui's office.
Does Dr. Faruqui accept my insurance?
Dr. Faruqui accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 934-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faruqui accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Faruqui in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Faruqui's office located?
Dr. Aamir Faruqui's Primary Practice
2121 Ygnacio Valley Rd Ste E104
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 934-2121
What is Dr. Faruqui's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faruqui's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184619447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faruqui?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faruqui
What is Dr. Aamir Faruqui's specialty?
Dr. Faruqui is a Critical Care Internist near Walnut Creek, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Faruqui to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aamir Faruqui affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faruqui is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
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Is Aamir Faruqui accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Aamir Faruqui is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aamir Faruqui offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faruqui's office at (925) 934-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aamir Faruqui?
Please contact Dr. Faruqui's office at (925) 934-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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