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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Rheumatologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Shirin Ahmad, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (916) 983-2307.
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Shirin Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ahmad treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Other Lupus Condition
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Different Types of Lupus
- Atypical Lupus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Ahmad perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shirin Ahmad may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ahmad's office.
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 983-2307 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Ahmad in Sacramento, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Shirin Ahmad's Primary Practice
500 University Ave Ste 220
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 983-2307
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932182318.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Shirin Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Rheumatologist near Sacramento, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Ahmad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shirin Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Marshall Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Shirin Ahmad accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shirin Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shirin Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (916) 983-2307 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shirin Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (916) 983-2307 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shirin Ahmad have?
Dr. Shirin Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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