
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hajj-Ali, Rheumatologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hajj-Ali graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India. Dr. Hajj-Ali is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hajj-Ali’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hajj-Ali’s office at (216) 444-9643.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hajj-Ali?
Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hajj-Ali empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Behcet's Syndrome, Uveitis, Vasculitis, Wegener's Granulomatosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland, OH community, Dr. Hajj-Ali is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hajj-Ali go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Hajj-Ali board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hajj-Ali speak?
Dr. Hajj-Ali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Hajj-Ali typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Hajj-Ali 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. Hajj-Ali. 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:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) with kidney problems
- Vasculitis
- Artery Inflammation
- Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA)
- Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA)
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Eosinophilic Disorder
- Temporal arteritis
- Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
- Wegener's with kidney involvement
- Renal GPA
- GPA kidney disease
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Angiitis
- Arteritis
- Vascular Inflammation
- MPA vasculitis
- Hypersensitivity vasculitis
- Small vessel vasculitis
- Churg-Strauss syndrome
- Allergic granulomatosis
- Churg-Strauss vasculitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
- M3131: Wegener's granulomatosis with renal involvement
- I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis
- I776: Arteritis, unspecified
- M317: Microscopic polyangiitis
- M301: Polyarteritis with lung involvement [Churg-Strauss]
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Hajj-Ali typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Hajj-Ali's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hajj-Ali accept my insurance?
Dr. Hajj-Ali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-9643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hajj-Ali accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Hajj-Ali in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hajj-Ali's office located?
What is Dr. Hajj-Ali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hajj-Ali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992805238.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hajj-Ali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hajj-Ali
What is Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali's specialty?
Dr. Hajj-Ali is a Rheumatologist near Cleveland, OH.
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 this Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hajj-Ali is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main 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
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Is Rula Hajj-Ali accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hajj-Ali's office at (216) 444-9643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rula Hajj-Ali?
Please contact Dr. Hajj-Ali's office at (216) 444-9643 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali have?
Dr. Rula Hajj-Ali is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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