30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Begum, Infectious Disease Specialist in Claremont, CA?
Dr. Nasima Begum, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Claremont, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Begum graduated from Dhaka Medical College and Hospital and completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases. Dr. Begum is fluent in English, Bengali, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Begum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Begum’s office at (626) 851-8880.
Where did Dr. Begum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases
Medical School: Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka University, Bangladesh | Dhaka Medical College and Hospital
Is Dr. Begum board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nasima Begum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Begum speak?
Dr. Begum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Begum typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Begum 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. Begum. 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:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Begum typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Begum 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. Begum. 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:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Does Dr. Begum accept my insurance?
Dr. Begum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 851-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Begum accept in Claremont, CA?
Dr. Begum in Claremont, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Begum's office located?
Dr. Nasima Begum's Primary Practice
935 W Foothill Blvd
Claremont, CA 91711
(626) 851-8880
What is Dr. Begum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Begum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578547519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Begum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Begum
What is Dr. Nasima Begum's specialty?
Dr. Begum is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Claremont, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Nasima Begum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Begum is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nasima Begum accepting new patients in Claremont, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nasima Begum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nasima Begum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Begum's office at (626) 851-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nasima Begum?
Please contact Dr. Begum's office at (626) 851-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nasima Begum have?
Dr. Nasima Begum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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