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Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Lakeland, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ebrahim, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL. Dr. Ebrahim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ebrahim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ebrahim’s office at (353) 333-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Ebrahim speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ebrahim typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ebrahim 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. Ebrahim. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ebrahim typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ebrahim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ebrahim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ebrahim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (353) 333-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ebrahim accept in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Ebrahim in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ebrahim's office located?

    Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim's Primary Practice

    1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd

    Lakeland, FL 33805

    (353) 333-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ebrahim affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ebrahim has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center,Lakeland, FL

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

    Dr. Ebrahim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497374839.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ebrahim?

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

    What is Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim's specialty?

    Dr. Ebrahim is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Lakeland, FL.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ebrahim is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore 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 Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ebrahim's office at (353) 333-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ahmed Ebrahim?

    Please contact Dr. Ebrahim's office at (353) 333-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ebrahim's office located?

    Dr. Ebrahim's office is located in Lakeland, FL.