HS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sherif, Hospitalist in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Hamdi Sherif, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sherif is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherif’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherif’s office at (770) 219-6000.
What languages does Dr. Sherif speak?
Dr. Sherif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sherif typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sherif 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. Sherif. 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:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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 Hospitalist like Dr. Sherif typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Hamdi Sherif may include:
Please contact Dr. Sherif's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sherif accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 219-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sherif accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Sherif in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Sherif's office located?
Dr. Hamdi Sherif's Primary Practice
743 Spring St NE
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 219-6000
What is Dr. Sherif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194228973.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherif
What is Dr. Hamdi Sherif's specialty?
Dr. Sherif is a Hospitalist near Gainesville, GA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Hamdi Sherif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sherif is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 Hamdi Sherif accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Hamdi Sherif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hamdi Sherif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sherif's office at (770) 219-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hamdi Sherif?
Please contact Dr. Sherif's office at (770) 219-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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