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Dr. Tania Alchalabi, MD

Washington, DC

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    Who is Dr. Alchalabi, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Tania Alchalabi, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Alchalabi graduated from The University of Mustansiriyah College of Medicine and completed her residency at Family medicine, Michigan USA. Dr. Alchalabi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alchalabi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alchalabi’s office at (202) 741-2870.

    Where did Dr. Alchalabi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Family medicine, Michigan USA | Saint Joseph Mercy Health System

    • Medical School: The University of Mustansiriyah College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Alchalabi board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Tania Alchalabi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alchalabi speak?

    Dr. Alchalabi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alchalabi treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alchalabi 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. Alchalabi. 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    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:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5084: End stage heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    Which procedures does Dr. Alchalabi perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tania Alchalabi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alchalabi's office.

    Does Dr. Alchalabi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alchalabi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alchalabi accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Alchalabi in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alchalabi's office located?

    Dr. Tania Alchalabi's Primary Practice

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20037

    (202) 741-2870

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    What is Dr. Alchalabi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alchalabi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477714202.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alchalabi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alchalabi

    What is Dr. Tania Alchalabi's specialty?

    Dr. Alchalabi is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Alchalabi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tania Alchalabi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Alchalabi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The George Washington University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Tania Alchalabi accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Tania Alchalabi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tania Alchalabi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alchalabi's office at (202) 741-2870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tania Alchalabi?

    Please contact Dr. Alchalabi's office at (202) 741-2870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tania Alchalabi have?

    Dr. Tania Alchalabi is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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