28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Murad, Family Medicine Specialist in Chavies, KY?
Dr. Umar Murad, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chavies, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Murad graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Murad is fluent in English, Russian, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murad’s office at (606) 487-8188.
Where did Dr. Murad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan | Karachi Medical and Dental College
Is Dr. Murad board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Umar Murad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Murad speak?
Dr. Murad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Urdu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Murad typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Murad 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. Murad. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Murad typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Murad 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. Murad. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Murad accept my insurance?
Dr. Murad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 487-8188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murad accept in Chavies, KY?
Dr. Murad in Chavies, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Murad's office located?
What is Dr. Murad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952391724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murad
What is Dr. Umar Murad's specialty?
Dr. Murad is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chavies, KY.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Umar Murad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murad is affiliated with Hazard Arh Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Richmond, Clark Regional Medical Center, Pikeville Medical Center, Baptist Health Lexington 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Umar Murad accepting new patients in Chavies, KY?
Yes, Dr. Umar Murad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umar Murad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murad's office at (606) 487-8188 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umar Murad?
Please contact Dr. Murad's office at (606) 487-8188 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Umar Murad have?
Dr. Umar Murad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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