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Dr. Shafqat Ashai, MD

Dr. Shafqat Ashai, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Internist

Ahoskie, NC

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ashai, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ahoskie, NC?

    Dr. Shafqat Ashai, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ahoskie, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Ashai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashai’s office at (252) 209-3148.

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

    • Medical School: Bolan Medical College

    Is Dr. Ashai board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shafqat Ashai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ashai speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashai typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ashai 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. Ashai. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashai typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shafqat Ashai may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ashai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ashai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 209-3148 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ashai accept in Ahoskie, NC?

    Dr. Ashai in Ahoskie, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ashai's office located?

    Dr. Shafqat Ashai's Primary Practice

    500 Academy St S

    Ahoskie, NC 27910

    (252) 209-3148

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    Dr. Shafqat Ashai's Practice 2

    7560 Hospital Dr # 101

    Gloucester, VA 23061

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    Dr. Shafqat Ashai's Practice 3

    1500 Commonwealth Ave

    Williamsburg, VA 23185

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

    Dr. Ashai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386613735.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashai?

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

    What is Dr. Shafqat Ashai's specialty?

    Dr. Ashai is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ahoskie, NC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Shafqat Ashai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ashai is affiliated with Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Uva University Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Johnston-Willis 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Shafqat Ashai accepting new patients in Ahoskie, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Shafqat Ashai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shafqat Ashai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ashai's office at (252) 209-3148 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shafqat Ashai?

    Please contact Dr. Ashai's office at (252) 209-3148 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ashai's office located?

    Dr. Ashai's offices are located in Ahoskie, NC, Gloucester, VA, and Williamsburg, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shafqat Ashai have?

    Dr. Shafqat Ashai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.