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Dr. Shakeel Ahmad, MD

Silver Creek, NY

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmad, Internist in Silver Creek, NY?

    Dr. Shakeel Ahmad, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Creek, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmad completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (716) 672-5420.

    Where did Dr. Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: J N Med Coll, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Up, India

    Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Shakeel 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
    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?

    As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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:

    • 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. Ahmad typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shakeel Ahmad may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 672-5420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Silver Creek, NY?

    Dr. Ahmad in Silver Creek, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Shakeel Ahmad's Primary Practice

    113 Main St

    Silver Creek, NY 14136

    (716) 672-5420

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    Dr. Shakeel Ahmad's Practice 2

    529 Central Ave Ste 1

    Dunkirk, NY 14048

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    Dr. Shakeel Ahmad's Practice 3

    12 Center St Ste 1

    Fredonia, NY 14063

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ahmad affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ahmad has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Brooks - Tlc Hospital System,Dunkirk, NY
    Upmc Chautauqua,Jamestown, NY

    What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?A 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 1043286602.

    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. Shakeel Ahmad's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmad is an Internist near Silver Creek, NY.

    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 Dr. Shakeel Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Warren General 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Shakeel Ahmad accepting new patients in Silver Creek, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Shakeel Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shakeel Ahmad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (716) 672-5420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shakeel Ahmad?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (716) 672-5420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Ahmad's offices are located in Silver Creek, NY, Dunkirk, NY, and Fredonia, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shakeel Ahmad have?

    Dr. Shakeel Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.