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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Kadi, Anesthesiologist in Melrose, MA?
Dr. Hisham El-Kadi, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Melrose, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. El-Kadi graduated from University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. El-Kadi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Kadi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Kadi’s office at (781) 979-3000.
Where did Dr. El-Kadi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Brookdale Hosp Mc | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. El-Kadi board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hisham El-Kadi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. El-Kadi speak?
Dr. El-Kadi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. El-Kadi typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. El-Kadi 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-Kadi. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Uterine Polyp
- Uterine Disease
- Endometrial Polyp
- Womb Polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- N840: Polyp of corpus uteri
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. El-Kadi typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. El-Kadi 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. El-Kadi. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. El-Kadi accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Kadi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 979-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Kadi accept in Melrose, MA?
Dr. El-Kadi in Melrose, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. El-Kadi's office located?
What is Dr. El-Kadi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Kadi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417919168.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Kadi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Kadi
What is Dr. Hisham El-Kadi's specialty?
Dr. El-Kadi is a Anesthesiologist near Melrose, MA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Hisham El-Kadi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Kadi is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Tufts Medical Center 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 El-Kadi accepting new patients in Melrose, MA?
Yes, Dr. Hisham El-Kadi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hisham El-Kadi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Kadi's office at (781) 979-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hisham El-Kadi?
Please contact Dr. El-Kadi's office at (781) 979-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hisham El-Kadi have?
Dr. Hisham El-Kadi is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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