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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Sherief, Cardiologist in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Karim El-Sherief, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA. He is board certified. Dr. El-Sherief is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Sherief’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Sherief’s office at (760) 940-1982.
Is Dr. El-Sherief board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Karim El-Sherief, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El-Sherief speak?
Dr. El-Sherief and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. El-Sherief typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. El-Sherief 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. El-Sherief. 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:
- Abnormal Heart Test Result
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Finding
- Heart Function Test Abnormalities
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9430: Abnormal result of cardiovascular function study, unspecified
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. El-Sherief typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karim El-Sherief may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. El-Sherief's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El-Sherief accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Sherief accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 940-1982 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Sherief accept in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. El-Sherief in Oceanside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. El-Sherief's office located?
Dr. Karim El-Sherief's Primary Practice
3230 Waring Ct Ste O
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 940-1982
What is Dr. El-Sherief's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Sherief's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477714897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Sherief?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Sherief
What is Dr. Karim El-Sherief's specialty?
Dr. El-Sherief is a Cardiologist near Oceanside, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Karim El-Sherief affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Sherief is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karim El-Sherief accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karim El-Sherief is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karim El-Sherief offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Sherief's office at (760) 940-1982 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karim El-Sherief?
Please contact Dr. El-Sherief's office at (760) 940-1982 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karim El-Sherief have?
Dr. Karim El-Sherief is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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