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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Baba, Pulmonologist in Salem, OR?
Dr. Firas El-Baba, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Salem, OR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. El-Baba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Baba’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Baba’s office at (503) 588-3945.
What languages does Dr. El-Baba speak?
Dr. El-Baba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Baba treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. El-Baba 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-Baba. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
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
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Which procedures does Dr. El-Baba perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Firas El-Baba may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El-Baba's office.
Does Dr. El-Baba accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Baba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 588-3945 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Baba accept in Salem, OR?
Dr. El-Baba in Salem, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Atrio Health Plans
Cambia (Regence)
Department of Defense / Tricare
First Administrators
Forest County-Potaw Community (WI)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
PacificSource
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Baba's office located?
What is Dr. El-Baba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Baba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568997062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Baba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Baba
What is Dr. Firas El-Baba's specialty?
Dr. El-Baba is a Pulmonologist near Salem, OR. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. El-Baba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Firas El-Baba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Baba is affiliated with Salem Hospital - Salem, Or 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 Firas El-Baba accepting new patients in Salem, OR?
Yes, Dr. Firas El-Baba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firas El-Baba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Baba's office at (503) 588-3945 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firas El-Baba?
Please contact Dr. El-Baba's office at (503) 588-3945 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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