Dr. Arif Sheikh, MD

Philadelphia, PA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Sheikh, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Arif Sheikh, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Sheikh completed his residency at Mem Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (215) 707-7237.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sheikh?

Dr. Arif Sheikh, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nuclear Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sheikh empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nuclear Cardiology, PET Imaging, Radioimmunotherapy of Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Sheikh is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Residency: Mem Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?

Dr. Sheikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu

What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheikh typically treat?

As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R079: Chest pain, unspecified

Also known as:

Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Prostatic Carcinoma
Prostate Gland Cancer
Malignant Prostate Tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

Also known as:

Abdominal Pain
Right Upper Abdominal Pain
Stomach Ache
Belly Pain
Stomach Pain
RUQ pain
Pain in upper right stomach
Right upper belly pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

Also known as:

Shortness of Breath
Breathing Problems
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
Dyspnea

ICD-10 Codes:

R0602: Shortness of breath

Also known as:

Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease
Silent Coronary Artery Disease
Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

ICD-10 Codes:

I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sheikh typically perform?

As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:

Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
Lymph Node Tracer Injection
Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

CPT Codes:

38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?

Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 707-7237 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Sheikh in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?

Dr. Arif Sheikh's Primary Practice

3401 N Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19140

(215) 707-7237

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What hospitals are Dr. Sheikh affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Sheikh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center,New York, NY

Ranked in 3 Procedures

What is Dr. Sheikh's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881653038.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheikh

What is Dr. Arif Sheikh's specialty?

Dr. Sheikh is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.

What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

Is Dr. Arif Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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

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