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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elsharkawy, Anesthesiologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Hesham Elsharkawy, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Elsharkawy graduated from Alexandria University. Dr. Elsharkawy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elsharkawy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elsharkawy’s office at (216) 778-3609.
Where did Dr. Elsharkawy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Alexandria University
What languages does Dr. Elsharkawy speak?
Dr. Elsharkawy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Elsharkawy treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Elsharkawy 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. Elsharkawy. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Elsharkawy perform?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Elsharkawy performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elsharkawy. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Percutaneous Nerve Stimulator Placement
- Electrode Array Implantation (Peripheral Nerve)
- Nerve Pain Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64555: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; peripheral nerve (excludes sacral nerve)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Elsharkawy accept my insurance?
Dr. Elsharkawy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-3609 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elsharkawy accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Elsharkawy in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Davita Village Health
Express Scripts
Medicare
Ohio Health Choice Plan
SGS North America Inc
State of Iowa
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Elsharkawy's office located?
Dr. Hesham Elsharkawy's Primary Practice
2500 Metrohealth Dr
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 778-3609
What is Dr. Elsharkawy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elsharkawy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699949446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elsharkawy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elsharkawy
What is Dr. Hesham Elsharkawy's specialty?
Dr. Elsharkawy is a Anesthesiologist near Cleveland, OH. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Elsharkawy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hesham Elsharkawy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elsharkawy is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Medina Hospital 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
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Is Hesham Elsharkawy accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Hesham Elsharkawy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hesham Elsharkawy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elsharkawy's office at (216) 778-3609 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hesham Elsharkawy?
Please contact Dr. Elsharkawy's office at (216) 778-3609 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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