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Dr. Sabah Khalafalla, MD

Rheumatologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Khalafalla, Rheumatologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Sabah Khalafalla, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Khalafalla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khalafalla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khalafalla’s office at (202) 877-0333.

    What languages does Dr. Khalafalla speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Khalafalla typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Khalafalla 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. Khalafalla. 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:

    • Lupus
    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Discoid Lupus
    • Kidney Disease
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE
    • DLE
    • Skin lupus
    • Chronic cutaneous lupus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
    • L930: Discoid lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gout
    • Gouty Arthritis
    • Uric Acid Arthritis
    • Hyperuricemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M109: Gout, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Khalafalla typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sabah Khalafalla may include:

    Please contact Dr. Khalafalla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Khalafalla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khalafalla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-0333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khalafalla accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Khalafalla in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Khalafalla's office located?

    Dr. Sabah Khalafalla's Primary Practice

    3007 Tilden St NW Ste 5N

    Washington, DC 20008

    (202) 877-0333

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    Dr. Sabah Khalafalla's Practice 2

    2041 Georgia Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20060

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

    Dr. Khalafalla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790313385.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khalafalla?

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

    What is Dr. Sabah Khalafalla's specialty?

    Dr. Khalafalla is a Rheumatologist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Sabah Khalafalla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Khalafalla is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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

    When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. Explore 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 Dr. Sabah Khalafalla accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Sabah Khalafalla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sabah Khalafalla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khalafalla's office at (202) 877-0333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sabah Khalafalla?

    Please contact Dr. Khalafalla's office at (202) 877-0333 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Khalafalla's office located?

    Dr. Khalafalla's office is located in Washington, DC.