Dr. Carol Abousaab

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Abousaab, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Dallas, TX?

Dr. Carol Abousaab is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. Dr. Abousaab is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abousaab’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abousaab’s office at (214) 999-9999.

What languages does Dr. Abousaab speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Abousaab typically treat?

As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Abousaab 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. Abousaab. 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:

Cancer pain
Pain
Cancer--Living with Cancer
Cancer Pain
Cancer Pain (PDQ)
Pain from cancer
Tumor pain
Neoplasm pain
Body ache
Discomfort
Soreness

ICD-10 Codes:

G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
R52: Pain, unspecified

Also known as:

Palliative Care
Comfort care
Supportive care
Symptom management care

ICD-10 Codes:

Z515: Encounter for palliative care

Also known as:

Abdominal Pain
Stomach Ache
Belly Pain
Stomach Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

Also known as:

Shortness of Breath
Breathing Problems
Difficulty breathing
Breathlessness
Dyspnea

ICD-10 Codes:

R0602: Shortness of breath

Also known as:

Drug-Induced Constipation
Constipation
Drug Reactions
Medication-Caused Constipation
Opioid-Induced Constipation
Constipation from Drugs

ICD-10 Codes:

K5903: Drug induced constipation

What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Abousaab typically perform?

As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Abousaab may include:

Please contact Dr. Abousaab's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Abousaab accept my insurance?

Dr. Abousaab accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 999-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Abousaab accept in Dallas, TX?

Dr. Abousaab in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Abousaab's office located?

Dr. Carol Abousaab's Primary Practice

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Dallas, TX 75390

(214) 999-9999

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What hospitals are Dr. Abousaab affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Abousaab has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital,Dallas, TX

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Parkland Health,Dallas, TX

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

Dr. Abousaab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982231783.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abousaab?

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

What is Dr. Carol Abousaab's specialty?

Dr. Abousaab is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Dallas, TX.

What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

Is Dr. Carol Abousaab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Abousaab is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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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