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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaikh, Infectious Disease Specialist in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Farooq Shaikh, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaikh completed his residency at St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaikh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaikh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaikh’s office at (702) 696-7256.
Where did Dr. Shaikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine | St Mary's Hosp
Medical School: Liaquat Med Coll, Univ of Sind, Jamshoro, Pakistan | University of Sind, Liaquat Medical College
Is Dr. Shaikh board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Farooq Shaikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaikh speak?
Dr. Shaikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shaikh typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- 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:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shaikh typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Farooq Shaikh 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
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 696-7256 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaikh accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Shaikh in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Intermountain Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?
Dr. Farooq Shaikh's Primary Practice
6088 S Durango Dr Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89113
(702) 696-7256
What is Dr. Shaikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962467845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaikh
What is Dr. Farooq Shaikh's specialty?
Dr. Shaikh is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Las Vegas, NV.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Farooq Shaikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaikh is affiliated with Summerlin Hospital 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Farooq Shaikh accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Farooq Shaikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farooq Shaikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (702) 696-7256 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farooq Shaikh?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office at (702) 696-7256 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farooq Shaikh have?
Dr. Farooq Shaikh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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