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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Internist in Frisco, TX?
Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Frisco, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Dow University of Health Sciences and completed her residency at University Medical Center Brackenridge-Seton (Austin, Tx). Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (214) 383-0001.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Central Texas Medical Foundation
Residency: University Medical Center Brackenridge-Seton (Austin, Tx)
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow University of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 383-0001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Frisco, TX?
Dr. Ahmed in Frisco, TX 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)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthSmart
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed's Primary Practice
5520 Independence Pkwy Ste 201
Frisco, TX 75035
(214) 383-0001
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275517799.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Internist near Frisco, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Medical City Mckinney Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Medical City Denton Hospital, Methodist Dallas Medical Center 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
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Is Nuzhat Ahmed accepting new patients in Frisco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (214) 383-0001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nuzhat Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (214) 383-0001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed have?
Dr. Nuzhat Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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