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Dr. Samir Azzam, MD

Anaheim, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Azzam, Family Medicine Specialist in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Samir Azzam, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Azzam graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Genesys Reg M C-St Joseph Cp, Family Medicine. Dr. Azzam is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azzam’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azzam’s office at (714) 776-2100.

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

    • Residency: Genesys Reg M C-St Joseph Cp, Family Medicine | Genesys Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Azzam board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Samir Azzam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Azzam speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Azzam treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Azzam 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. Azzam. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Azzam perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Samir Azzam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Azzam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Azzam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 776-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Azzam accept in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Azzam in Anaheim, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Azzam's office located?

    Dr. Samir Azzam's Primary Practice

    1211 W La Palma Ave Ste 707

    Anaheim, CA 92801

    (714) 776-2100

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

    Dr. Azzam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891744538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azzam?

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

    What is Dr. Samir Azzam's specialty?

    Dr. Azzam is a Family Medicine Specialist near Anaheim, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Azzam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samir Azzam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Azzam is affiliated with Orange County Global Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Samir Azzam accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Samir Azzam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samir Azzam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Azzam's office at (714) 776-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samir Azzam?

    Please contact Dr. Azzam's office at (714) 776-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samir Azzam have?

    Dr. Samir Azzam is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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