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Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aboubakr, Critical Care Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Aboubakr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aboubakr’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aboubakr’s office at (225) 765-5864.

    What languages does Dr. Aboubakr speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Aboubakr typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Aboubakr 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. Aboubakr. 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
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Aboubakr typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Aboubakr 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. Aboubakr. 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

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Aboubakr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aboubakr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aboubakr accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Aboubakr in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Assistance

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Aboubakr's office located?

    Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr's Primary Practice

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 409

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 765-5864

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

    Dr. Aboubakr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841713427.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aboubakr?

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

    What is Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr's specialty?

    Dr. Aboubakr is a Critical Care Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aboubakr is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Woman's Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aboubakr's office at (225) 765-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mostafa Aboubakr?

    Please contact Dr. Aboubakr's office at (225) 765-5864 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aboubakr's office located?

    Dr. Aboubakr's office is located in Baton Rouge, LA.