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47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faruqui, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Shaista Faruqui, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. She has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified. Dr. Faruqui graduated from Dow Medical College and completed her residency at Lankenau Hosp, Hematology/Oncology; St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Faruqui is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faruqui’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faruqui’s office at (225) 769-2161.
Where did Dr. Faruqui go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lankenau Hosp, Hematology/Oncology; St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | PCOM/Lankenau Medical Center Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
What languages does Dr. Faruqui speak?
Dr. Faruqui and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Faruqui treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia from Chemotherapy
- Anemia
- Iron
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Chemo-induced anemia
- Low red blood cell count from cancer treatment
- Anemia due to cancer drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D6481: Anemia due to antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
- Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
- Long-term tiredness
- Persistent fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Folate Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Folic Acid
- Folic Acid Deficiency Anemia
- Vitamin B9 Deficiency Anemia
- Macrocytic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D529: Folate deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Bone Density Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Bone structure problem
- Low bone density
- Bone mineral density disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8588: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, other site
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Which procedures does Dr. Faruqui perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shaista Faruqui may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (225) 769-2161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faruqui accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Faruqui in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Faruqui's office located?
Dr. Shaista Faruqui's Primary Practice
5320 Dijon Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-2161
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 1861489783.
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. Shaista Faruqui's specialty?
Dr. Faruqui is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Faruqui to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shaista Faruqui affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faruqui is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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 Shaista Faruqui accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Shaista Faruqui is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaista Faruqui offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faruqui's office at (225) 769-2161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaista Faruqui?
Please contact Dr. Faruqui's office at (225) 769-2161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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