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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asaker, Internist in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Bahige Asaker, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brockton, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Asaker graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Asaker is fluent in English, Arabic, Creoles and pidgins, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asaker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asaker’s office at (508) 586-4444.
Where did Dr. Asaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Asaker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bahige Asaker, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Asaker speak?
Dr. Asaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Asaker treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Asaker 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. Asaker. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Asaker perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Asaker 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. Asaker. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Asaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Asaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 586-4444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asaker accept in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Asaker in Brockton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
SGS North America Inc
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asaker's office located?
What is Dr. Asaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104927102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asaker
What is Dr. Bahige Asaker's specialty?
Dr. Asaker is a Internist near Brockton, MA.
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.
Contact Dr. Asaker to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bahige Asaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asaker is affiliated with Boston Medical Center - South, Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Bahige Asaker accepting new patients in Brockton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Bahige Asaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bahige Asaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asaker's office at (508) 586-4444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bahige Asaker?
Please contact Dr. Asaker's office at (508) 586-4444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bahige Asaker have?
Dr. Bahige Asaker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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