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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azam, Family Medicine Specialist in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Muhammad Azam, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Azam graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Lutheran Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Azam is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azam’s office at (619) 579-6300.
Where did Dr. Azam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Lutheran Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School | St. Mary's Hospital Medical School
Is Dr. Azam board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Azam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Azam speak?
Dr. Azam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Azam typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Azam 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. Azam. 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:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Azam typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Azam may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Azam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Azam accept my insurance?
Dr. Azam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 579-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azam accept in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Azam in El Cajon, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Azam's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Azam's Primary Practice
1679 E Main St Ste 206
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 579-6300
What is Dr. Azam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740244367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azam
What is Dr. Muhammad Azam's specialty?
Dr. Azam is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Cajon, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Azam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azam is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Muhammad Azam accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Azam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Azam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (619) 579-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Azam?
Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (619) 579-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Azam have?
Dr. Muhammad Azam is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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