Dr. Essam Elkady, MD
Joplin, MO
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkady, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Essam Elkady, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Elkady is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkady’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkady’s office at (417) 875-2601.
What languages does Dr. Elkady speak?
Dr. Elkady and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Elkady typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Elkady 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. Elkady. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Elkady typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Elkady performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elkady. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Elkady accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkady accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 875-2601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkady accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Elkady in Joplin, MO 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Elkady's office located?
What is Dr. Elkady's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkady's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124125190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkady?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkady
What is Dr. Essam Elkady's specialty?
Dr. Elkady is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Joplin, MO.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Essam Elkady affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkady is affiliated with Freeman Health System, Integris Health Baptist Medical 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
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Is Essam Elkady accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Essam Elkady is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Essam Elkady offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkady's office at (417) 875-2601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Essam Elkady?
Please contact Dr. Elkady's office at (417) 875-2601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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