29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alrefai, Endocrinologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Hisham Alrefai, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Alrefai graduated from Damascus University and completed his residency at Wayne State University. Dr. Alrefai is fluent in English, Arabic, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alrefai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alrefai’s office.
Where did Dr. Alrefai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University
Medical School: Damascus University
Is Dr. Alrefai board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Hisham Alrefai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alrefai speak?
Dr. Alrefai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Alrefai typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Alrefai 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. Alrefai. 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Alrefai typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Alrefai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alrefai. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Alrefai accept my insurance?
Dr. Alrefai 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. Alrefai accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Alrefai in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alrefai's office located?
What is Dr. Alrefai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alrefai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811962350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alrefai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alrefai
What is Dr. Hisham Alrefai's specialty?
Dr. Alrefai is a Endocrinologist near Louisville, KY.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Hisham Alrefai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alrefai is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Baptist Health Corbin 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 Hisham Alrefai accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Hisham Alrefai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hisham Alrefai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alrefai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hisham Alrefai?
Please contact Dr. Alrefai's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hisham Alrefai have?
Dr. Hisham Alrefai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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