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Who is Dr. Yussuf, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ismael Yussuf, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yussuf completed his residency at Aurora Health Care. Dr. Yussuf is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yussuf’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yussuf’s office.
Where did Dr. Yussuf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Aurora Health Care
Is Dr. Yussuf board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ismael Yussuf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yussuf speak?
Dr. Yussuf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Yussuf treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Yussuf 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. Yussuf. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Sudden Fluid in Lungs
- Acute Lung Congestion
- Flash Pulmonary Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J810: Acute pulmonary edema
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Yussuf perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ismael Yussuf may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yussuf's office.
Does Dr. Yussuf accept my insurance?
Dr. Yussuf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yussuf accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Yussuf in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yussuf's office located?
What is Dr. Yussuf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yussuf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770747032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yussuf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yussuf
What is Dr. Ismael Yussuf's specialty?
Dr. Yussuf is a Internist near Washington, DC.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Yussuf to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ismael Yussuf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yussuf is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: United Medical Center. 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
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Is Ismael Yussuf accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Ismael Yussuf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ismael Yussuf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yussuf's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ismael Yussuf?
Please contact Dr. Yussuf's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ismael Yussuf have?
Dr. Ismael Yussuf is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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