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Dr. Safwan Sakr, MD

Dr. Safwan Sakr, MD

Little Rock, AR

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sakr, Rheumatologist in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Safwan Sakr, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sakr graduated from University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria and completed his residency at Teshreen Military Academic Hospital - Damascus, Syria. Dr. Sakr is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakr’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakr’s office at (501) 227-8000.

    Where did Dr. Sakr go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Vienna, Cental Teaching Hospital - Vienna, Austria | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences - Little Rock, AR

    • Residency: Teshreen Military Academic Hospital - Damascus, Syria | State University of New York, Brooklyn LMC

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria

    Is Dr. Sakr board certified in Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Safwan Sakr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2003

    What languages does Dr. Sakr speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sakr treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Sakr 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. Sakr. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Widespread Osteoarthritis
    • Erosive Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration
    • Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Multiple Joint Arthritis
    • Polyarthritis
    • Erosive Arthritis
    • Inflammatory Osteoarthritis
    • Destructive Joint Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
    • M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
    • M154: Erosive (osteo)arthritis

    Also known as:

    • Arthritis in Multiple Joints
    • Arthritis
    • Widespread Arthritis
    • Multiple Joint Inflammation
    • Generalized Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Liver Function Test
    • Liver Disease
    • Irregular Liver Function Study
    • Unusual Liver Exam
    • Liver Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Sjogren's Syndrome
    • Sjögren syndrome
    • Sjogren Syndrome
    • Sjögren's Disease
    • Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Dry Mouth Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Systemic Steroid Use
    • Steroids
    • Chronic systemic corticosteroid use
    • Oral steroid therapy long-term
    • Systemic steroid medication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7952: Long term (current) use of systemic steroids

    Also known as:

    • Gout
    • Gouty Arthritis
    • Uric Acid Arthritis
    • Hyperuricemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M109: Gout, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Sakr perform as a Rheumatologist?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Safwan Sakr may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sakr's office.

    Does Dr. Sakr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sakr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 227-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sakr accept in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Sakr in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Custom Plans

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sakr's office located?

    Dr. Safwan Sakr's Primary Practice

    10001 Lile Dr Fl 2

    Little Rock, AR 72205

    (501) 227-8000

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    Dr. Safwan Sakr's Practice 2

    10301 Kanis Rd # 1

    Little Rock, AR 72205

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    Dr. Safwan Sakr's Practice 3

    1662 Higdon Ferry Rd Ste 300

    Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913

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

    Dr. Sakr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053423350.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakr?

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

    What is Dr. Safwan Sakr's specialty?

    Dr. Sakr is a Rheumatologist near Little Rock, AR. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Sakr to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Safwan Sakr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sakr is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Levi Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?

    Explore Rheumatologist with 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 Safwan Sakr accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Safwan Sakr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Safwan Sakr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sakr's office at (501) 227-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Safwan Sakr?

    Please contact Dr. Sakr's office at (501) 227-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Safwan Sakr have?

    Dr. Safwan Sakr is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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