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Who is Dr. Azad, Infectious Disease Specialist in Olympia Fields, IL?
Dr. Shahnaz Azad, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Olympia Fields, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Azad completed her residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Infectious Diseases; Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Azad is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azad’s office at (708) 704-6787.
Where did Dr. Azad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Infectious Diseases; Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine | Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program
Is Dr. Azad board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shahnaz Azad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Azad speak?
Dr. Azad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Azad treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Azad 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. Azad. 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:
- Other Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J188: Other pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Azad perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shahnaz Azad may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Azad's office.
Does Dr. Azad accept my insurance?
Dr. Azad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 704-6787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azad accept in Olympia Fields, IL?
Dr. Azad in Olympia Fields, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Azad's office located?
Dr. Shahnaz Azad's Primary Practice
20121 Crawford Ave
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 704-6787
What is Dr. Azad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922062694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azad
What is Dr. Shahnaz Azad's specialty?
Dr. Azad is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Olympia Fields, IL.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Azad to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shahnaz Azad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Azad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, Suburban Infectious Disease Llc. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Shahnaz Azad accepting new patients in Olympia Fields, IL?
Yes, Dr. Shahnaz Azad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahnaz Azad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azad's office at (708) 704-6787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahnaz Azad?
Please contact Dr. Azad's office at (708) 704-6787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shahnaz Azad have?
Dr. Shahnaz Azad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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