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Dr. Baha Essak, MD

Lapeer, MI

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Essak, Family Medicine Specialist in Lapeer, MI?

    Dr. Baha Essak, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lapeer, MI. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Essak graduated from University Of Assiut and completed his residency at North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Essak is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Essak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Essak’s office at (810) 245-3000.

    Where did Dr. Essak go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Oakland Physicians Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Asyut, Faculty of Medicine | University Of Assiut

    Is Dr. Essak board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Baha Essak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Essak speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Essak treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Essak 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. Essak. 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:

    • 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis in Both Hips from Injury
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Bilateral Post-Traumatic Hip Arthritis
    • Hip Arthritis after Trauma
    • Both Hips Degenerative Joint Disease from Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M164: Bilateral post-traumatic osteoarthritis of hip

    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:

    • Unspecified Joint Disease
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Condition
    • Joint Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M129: Arthropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Sleep Disorder
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Uncommon Sleep Problems
    • Rare Sleep Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G478: Other sleep disorders

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Which procedures does Dr. Essak perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Baha Essak may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Essak's office.

    Does Dr. Essak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Essak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 245-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Essak accept in Lapeer, MI?

    Dr. Essak in Lapeer, MI 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Essak's office located?

    Dr. Baha Essak's Primary Practice

    1500 N Main St

    Lapeer, MI 48446

    (810) 245-3000

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

    Dr. Essak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437256518.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Essak?

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

    What is Dr. Baha Essak's specialty?

    Dr. Essak is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lapeer, MI. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Essak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Baha Essak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Essak is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, McLaren Greater Lansing 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Baha Essak accepting new patients in Lapeer, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Baha Essak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Baha Essak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Essak's office at (810) 245-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Baha Essak?

    Please contact Dr. Essak's office at (810) 245-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Baha Essak have?

    Dr. Baha Essak is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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