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29 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Rafique, Critical Care Internist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Salam Rafique, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rafique graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College and completed his residency at Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rafique is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rafique’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rafique’s office at (602) 978-6100.
Where did Dr. Rafique go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maricopa Medical Center Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Karachi Medical and Dental College
Is Dr. Rafique board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Salam Rafique, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rafique speak?
Dr. Rafique and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rafique treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Rafique 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. Rafique. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- 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
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Septic Shock
- Sepsis
- Shock
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Low Blood Volume Shock
- Shock
- Hypovolemic Shock
- Hemorrhagic Shock
- Fluid Loss Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R571: Hypovolemic shock
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Diabetes with Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Diabetic Acidosis
- High Ketones in Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1310: Other specified diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rafique perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Salam Rafique 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. Rafique's office.
Does Dr. Rafique accept my insurance?
Dr. Rafique accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 978-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rafique accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Rafique in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Rafique's office located?
Dr. Salam Rafique's Primary Practice
1201 S Grand Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(602) 978-6100
What is Dr. Rafique's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rafique's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700819166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rafique?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rafique
What is Dr. Salam Rafique's specialty?
Dr. Rafique is a Critical Care Internist near Saint Louis, MO. 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. Rafique to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Salam Rafique affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rafique is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - St. Louis. 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
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Is Salam Rafique accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Salam Rafique is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salam Rafique offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rafique's office at (602) 978-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salam Rafique?
Please contact Dr. Rafique's office at (602) 978-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salam Rafique have?
Dr. Salam Rafique is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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