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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al-Saghir, Nephrologist in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Al-Saghir graduated from University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Al-Saghir is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Saghir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Saghir’s office at (248) 253-0330.
Where did Dr. Al-Saghir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital | Henry Ford Hospital Program
Medical School: Aleppo University | University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Al-Saghir board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Al-Saghir speak?
Dr. Al-Saghir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Al-Saghir treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Al-Saghir 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. Al-Saghir. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Complication
- Dialysis Catheter Problem
- Kidney Dialysis Tube Issue
- Vascular Access Catheter Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8249XA: Other complication of vascular dialysis catheter, initial encounter
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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Al-Saghir perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Al-Saghir's office.
Does Dr. Al-Saghir accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Saghir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 253-0330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Saghir accept in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Al-Saghir in Pontiac, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Al-Saghir's office located?
Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir's Primary Practice
44200 Woodward Ave Ste 209
Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 253-0330
Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir's Practice 3
1886 W Auburn Rd Ste 300
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
(248) 253-0330
What is Dr. Al-Saghir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Saghir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073584223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Saghir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Saghir
What is Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir's specialty?
Dr. Al-Saghir is a Nephrologist near Pontiac, MI. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Al-Saghir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Saghir is affiliated with Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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 Fahd Al-Saghir accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?
Yes, Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Saghir's office at (248) 253-0330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fahd Al-Saghir?
Please contact Dr. Al-Saghir's office at (248) 253-0330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir have?
Dr. Fahd Al-Saghir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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