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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mirza, Internist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Wasique Mirza, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Mirza completed his residency at Mount Vernon Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mirza is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mirza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mirza’s office.
Where did Dr. Mirza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Vernon Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan
Is Dr. Mirza board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Wasique Mirza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mirza speak?
Dr. Mirza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mirza typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mirza 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. Mirza. 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 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:
- 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 Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mirza typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Wasique Mirza may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Mirza's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mirza accept my insurance?
Dr. Mirza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mirza accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Mirza in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mirza's office located?
What is Dr. Mirza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mirza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851376826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mirza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mirza
What is Dr. Wasique Mirza's specialty?
Dr. Mirza is a Internist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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. Wasique Mirza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mirza is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wasique Mirza accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Wasique Mirza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wasique Mirza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mirza's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wasique Mirza?
Please contact Dr. Mirza's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wasique Mirza have?
Dr. Wasique Mirza is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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