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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Assouad, Internist in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Farid Assouad is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Assouad completed his residency at Mt Vernon Hosp. Dr. Assouad is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assouad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Assouad’s office at (305) 554-1700.
Where did Dr. Assouad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Vernon Hosp
Medical School: Aleppo University
What languages does Dr. Assouad speak?
Dr. Assouad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Assouad treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Assouad 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. Assouad. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Headache with Dizziness
- Headache
- Orthostatic headache
- Head pain with standing
- Headache and lightheadedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R510: Headache with orthostatic component, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45998: Other asthma
Which procedures does Dr. Assouad perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Farid Assouad 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. Assouad's office.
Does Dr. Assouad accept my insurance?
Dr. Assouad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 554-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Assouad accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Assouad in Pembroke Pines, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Assouad's office located?
Dr. Farid Assouad's Primary Practice
1152 N University Dr
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
(305) 554-1700
What is Dr. Assouad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Assouad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023051265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assouad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assouad
What is Dr. Farid Assouad's specialty?
Dr. Assouad is a Internist near Pembroke Pines, FL.
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. Assouad to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Farid Assouad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assouad is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar 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
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Is Farid Assouad accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Yes, Dr. Farid Assouad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farid Assouad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Assouad's office at (305) 554-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farid Assouad?
Please contact Dr. Assouad's office at (305) 554-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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