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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fam, Anesthesiologist in Lowell, MA?
Dr. Fouad Fam, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lowell, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fam completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Fam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fam’s office at (978) 687-0151.
Where did Dr. Fam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Egyptian University Faculty Of Med Cairo
Is Dr. Fam board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Fouad Fam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Fam speak?
Dr. Fam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fam typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fam 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. Fam. 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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Cesarean Delivery
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
- C-section
- Surgical Birth
- Cesarean Section
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
- O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Fetal Stress During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Fetal distress during labor
- Baby stress during delivery
- Unspecified fetal complication in birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O779: Labor and delivery complicated by fetal stress, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fam typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fam 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. Fam. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
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
Does Dr. Fam accept my insurance?
Dr. Fam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 687-0151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fam accept in Lowell, MA?
Dr. Fam in Lowell, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Eternal Health
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Other TPA
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Fam's office located?
What is Dr. Fam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932109535.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fam
What is Dr. Fouad Fam's specialty?
Dr. Fam is a Anesthesiologist near Lowell, MA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Fouad Fam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fam is affiliated with Lowell General 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
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Is Fouad Fam accepting new patients in Lowell, MA?
Yes, Dr. Fouad Fam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fouad Fam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fam's office at (978) 687-0151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fouad Fam?
Please contact Dr. Fam's office at (978) 687-0151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fouad Fam have?
Dr. Fouad Fam is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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