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Dr. Nidal Hamame, MD

Dr. Nidal Hamame, MD

Las Vegas, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hamame, Hospitalist in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Nidal Hamame, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hamame graduated from University of Tishreen Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Ohio Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hamame is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamame’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamame’s office at (352) 688-8116.

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

    • Residency: Ohio Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | MSOPTI/Ohio Valley Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Tichreen- Fac Of Med- Lattakia- Syria (University Latakia) | University of Tishreen Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hamame board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Nidal Hamame, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hamame speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hamame treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hamame 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. Hamame. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Falls
    • Accidental Falls
    • Unintentional Falls
    • Falling Accidents

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • W1830XA: Fall on same level, unspecified, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Hamame perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nidal Hamame may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hamame accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hamame accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 688-8116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hamame accept in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Hamame in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hamame's office located?

    Dr. Nidal Hamame's Primary Practice

    8689 W Charleston Blvd Ste 105

    Las Vegas, NV 89117

    (352) 688-8116

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    Dr. Nidal Hamame's Practice 2

    8280 W Warm Springs Rd

    Las Vegas, NV 89113

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    Dr. Nidal Hamame's Practice 3

    5350 Spring Hill Dr

    Weeki Wachee, FL 34606

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

    Dr. Hamame's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649370867.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamame?

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

    What is Dr. Nidal Hamame's specialty?

    Dr. Hamame is a Hospitalist near Las Vegas, NV. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Hamame to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nidal Hamame affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hamame is affiliated with St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist 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 Nidal Hamame accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Nidal Hamame is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nidal Hamame offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hamame's office at (352) 688-8116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nidal Hamame?

    Please contact Dr. Hamame's office at (352) 688-8116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nidal Hamame have?

    Dr. Nidal Hamame is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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