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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elgash, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ameen Elgash, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Elgash graduated from University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elgash is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elgash’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elgash’s office at (602) 445-0751.
Where did Dr. Elgash go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maricopa Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Elgash board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ameen Elgash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elgash speak?
Dr. Elgash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Elgash treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Elgash 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. Elgash. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Elgash perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ameen Elgash may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elgash's office.
Does Dr. Elgash accept my insurance?
Dr. Elgash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 445-0751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elgash accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Elgash in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elgash's office located?
What is Dr. Elgash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elgash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518911775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elgash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elgash
What is Dr. Ameen Elgash's specialty?
Dr. Elgash is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Elgash to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ameen Elgash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elgash is affiliated with Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Ameen Elgash accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Ameen Elgash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ameen Elgash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elgash's office at (602) 445-0751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ameen Elgash?
Please contact Dr. Elgash's office at (602) 445-0751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ameen Elgash have?
Dr. Ameen Elgash is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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