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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afifi, Thoracic Surgeon in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Hazem Afifi, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He is board certified. Dr. Afifi completed his residency at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Afifi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afifi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afifi’s office at (725) 333-8465.
Where did Dr. Afifi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Weill Cornell Medical College
Medical School: Albany Medical College
Is Dr. Afifi board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Hazem Afifi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Afifi speak?
Dr. Afifi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Afifi typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Afifi 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. Afifi. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Afifi typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Afifi 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. Afifi. 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:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Triple Bypass Surgery (Additional Grafts)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Coronary Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33519: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 3 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
- LAA Exclusion Surgery
- Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
- Open Heart LAA Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Clearing Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Neck artery surgery
- Vertebral artery clearing
- Subclavian artery clearing
CPT Codes:
- 35301: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; carotid, vertebral, subclavian, by neck incision
Does Dr. Afifi accept my insurance?
Dr. Afifi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (725) 333-8465 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afifi accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Afifi in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Afifi's office located?
Dr. Hazem Afifi's Primary Practice
5380 S Rainbow Blvd Ste 110
Las Vegas, NV 89118
(725) 333-8465
What is Dr. Afifi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afifi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740455229.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afifi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afifi
What is Dr. Hazem Afifi's specialty?
Dr. Afifi is a Thoracic Surgeon near Las Vegas, NV.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Hazem Afifi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afifi is affiliated with Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Henderson 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 Hazem Afifi accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Hazem Afifi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hazem Afifi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afifi's office at (725) 333-8465 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hazem Afifi?
Please contact Dr. Afifi's office at (725) 333-8465 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hazem Afifi have?
Dr. Hazem Afifi is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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