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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samaha, Critical Care Internist in Hilo, HI?
Dr. Ghassan Samaha, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Hilo, HI. Dr. Samaha is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samaha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samaha’s office at (253) 363-8700.
What languages does Dr. Samaha speak?
Dr. Samaha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Samaha typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Samaha 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. Samaha. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Samaha typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ghassan Samaha may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Samaha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Samaha accept my insurance?
Dr. Samaha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 363-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samaha accept in Hilo, HI?
Dr. Samaha in Hilo, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Samaha's office located?
What is Dr. Samaha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samaha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083063531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samaha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samaha
What is Dr. Ghassan Samaha's specialty?
Dr. Samaha is a Critical Care Internist near Hilo, HI.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Ghassan Samaha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samaha is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 Ghassan Samaha accepting new patients in Hilo, HI?
Yes, Dr. Ghassan Samaha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ghassan Samaha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samaha's office at (253) 363-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ghassan Samaha?
Please contact Dr. Samaha's office at (253) 363-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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