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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Albarcha, Internist in East Saint Louis, IL?
Dr. Bassam Albarcha is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Saint Louis, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Albarcha graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; Harlem Hospital Center, Pediatrics. Dr. Albarcha is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Albarcha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albarcha’s office at (618) 274-9105.
Where did Dr. Albarcha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; Harlem Hospital Center, Pediatrics | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Albarcha board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Albarcha is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Albarcha speak?
Dr. Albarcha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Albarcha typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Albarcha 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. Albarcha. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Albarcha typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bassam Albarcha may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Albarcha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Albarcha accept my insurance?
Dr. Albarcha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 274-9105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Albarcha accept in East Saint Louis, IL?
Dr. Albarcha in East Saint Louis, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Albarcha's office located?
Dr. Bassam Albarcha's Primary Practice
2001 State St
East Saint Louis, IL 62205
(618) 274-9105
What is Dr. Albarcha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Albarcha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821184193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albarcha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Albarcha
What is Dr. Bassam Albarcha's specialty?
Dr. Albarcha is a Internist near East Saint Louis, IL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Bassam Albarcha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Albarcha is affiliated with Anderson 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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Is Bassam Albarcha accepting new patients in East Saint Louis, IL?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Albarcha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassam Albarcha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Albarcha's office at (618) 274-9105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bassam Albarcha?
Please contact Dr. Albarcha's office at (618) 274-9105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bassam Albarcha have?
Dr. Bassam Albarcha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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