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Who is Dr. Kausar, Rheumatologist in Orland Park, IL?
Dr. Fariha Kausar, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Orland Park, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kausar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kausar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kausar’s office.
Is Dr. Kausar board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Fariha Kausar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kausar speak?
Dr. Kausar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Kausar treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Kausar 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. Kausar. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Spinal Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47899: Other spondylosis, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Which procedures does Dr. Kausar perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Fariha Kausar may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kausar's office.
Does Dr. Kausar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kausar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kausar accept in Orland Park, IL?
Dr. Kausar in Orland Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kausar's office located?
What is Dr. Kausar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kausar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629035670.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kausar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kausar
What is Dr. Fariha Kausar's specialty?
Dr. Kausar is a Rheumatologist near Orland Park, IL. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Kausar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fariha Kausar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kausar is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Fariha Kausar accepting new patients in Orland Park, IL?
Yes, Dr. Fariha Kausar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fariha Kausar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kausar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fariha Kausar?
Please contact Dr. Kausar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fariha Kausar have?
Dr. Fariha Kausar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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