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Dr. Samer Abubakr, MD

Akron, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abubakr, Hospitalist in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Samer Abubakr, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Abubakr completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abubakr is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abubakr’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abubakr’s office at (216) 445-1399.

    Where did Dr. Abubakr go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Jordan, Fac Of Med, Amman, Jordan

    Is Dr. Abubakr board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Abubakr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abubakr speak?

    Dr. Abubakr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Abubakr treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Abubakr 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. Abubakr. 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:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
    • I615: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, intraventricular

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Intracerebral Hemorrhage
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Brain bleed
    • ICH
    • Bleeding in the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I611: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, cortical
    • I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
    • I614: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in cerebellum

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Brain Swelling
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebral Edema
    • Edema of the Brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G936: Cerebral edema

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Which procedures does Dr. Abubakr perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samer Abubakr may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abubakr's office.

    Does Dr. Abubakr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abubakr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 445-1399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abubakr accept in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Abubakr in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abubakr's office located?

    Dr. Samer Abubakr's Primary Practice

    1 Akron General Ave

    Akron, OH 44307

    (216) 445-1399

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    Dr. Samer Abubakr's Practice 2

    111 S Grant Ave

    Columbus, OH 43215

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    Dr. Samer Abubakr's Practice 3

    8950 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

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    What is Dr. Abubakr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abubakr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235260464.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abubakr?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abubakr

    What is Dr. Samer Abubakr's specialty?

    Dr. Abubakr is a Hospitalist near Akron, OH. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Abubakr to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samer Abubakr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abubakr is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland Clinic Akron General 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Samer Abubakr accepting new patients in Akron, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Abubakr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samer Abubakr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abubakr's office at (216) 445-1399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samer Abubakr?

    Please contact Dr. Abubakr's office at (216) 445-1399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samer Abubakr have?

    Dr. Samer Abubakr is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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