22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Syed, Internist in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Gaffar Syed, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Frederick, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Syed completed his residency at ST barnabas Hospital. Dr. Syed is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Syed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Syed’s office at (301) 698-9444.
Where did Dr. Syed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: ST barnabas Hospital
Medical School: Osmania Medical College, Ntr University of Health Sciences,Hyderabad, India
Is Dr. Syed board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gaffar Syed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004
What languages does Dr. Syed speak?
Dr. Syed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Syed typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Syed 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. Syed. 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:
- 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:
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Syed typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gaffar Syed 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. Syed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Syed accept my insurance?
Dr. Syed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 698-9444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Syed accept in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Syed in Frederick, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Syed's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2010)
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Patients' Choice Award (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011)
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Top 10 Doctor - City (2014)
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Best Resident Award 2003
St. Barnabas Hospital
Publications
Mediastinal plasmacytoma with multiple myeloma presenting as a diagnostic dilemma
, February 2008
What is Dr. Syed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Syed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013976687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Syed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Syed
What is Dr. Gaffar Syed's specialty?
Dr. Syed is a Internist near Frederick, MD.
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. Gaffar Syed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Syed is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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 Gaffar Syed accepting new patients in Frederick, MD?
Yes, Dr. Gaffar Syed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gaffar Syed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Syed's office at (301) 698-9444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gaffar Syed?
Please contact Dr. Syed's office at (301) 698-9444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gaffar Syed have?
Dr. Gaffar Syed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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