24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheikh, Pulmonologist in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Salman Sheikh, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Sheikh completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Pulmonary Critical Care 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 and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (480) 325-8173.
Where did Dr. Sheikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheikh typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J188: Other pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheikh typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Salman Sheikh may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (480) 325-8173 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Sheikh in Chandler, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?
Dr. Salman Sheikh's Primary Practice
2121 E Pecos Rd Ste 3
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 325-8173
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 1396731493.
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. Salman Sheikh's specialty?
Dr. Sheikh is a Pulmonologist near Chandler, AZ.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Salman Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Banner Gateway Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Chandler Regional Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo Medical Center, Banner Ironwood 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Salman Sheikh accepting new patients in Chandler, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Salman Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salman Sheikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (480) 325-8173 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salman Sheikh?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (480) 325-8173 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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