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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. 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 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Faruqui typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left 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:
- 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:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Faruqui typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Faruqui performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shaista Faruqui affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faruqui is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Woman's Hospital 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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