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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sawaf, Internist in Union City, TN?
Dr. John Sawaf, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Union City, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Sawaf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sawaf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sawaf’s office.
Where did Dr. Sawaf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pikeville College School Of Osteopathic Medicine | Pikeville College / College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sawaf speak?
Dr. Sawaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sawaf typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sawaf 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. Sawaf. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sawaf typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Sawaf 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
Please contact Dr. Sawaf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sawaf accept my insurance?
Dr. Sawaf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sawaf accept in Union City, TN?
Dr. Sawaf in Union City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sawaf's office located?
What is Dr. Sawaf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sawaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346347358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sawaf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sawaf
What is Dr. John Sawaf's specialty?
Dr. Sawaf is a Internist near Union City, TN.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Sawaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sawaf is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Sawaf accepting new patients in Union City, TN?
Yes, Dr. John Sawaf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Sawaf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sawaf's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Sawaf?
Please contact Dr. Sawaf's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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