26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Gammal, Hospitalist in Charleston, WV?
Dr. Ahmed El Gammal, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Charleston, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. El Gammal is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Gammal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Gammal’s office at (304) 388-5432.
Where did Dr. El Gammal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. El Gammal board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed El Gammal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Gammal speak?
Dr. El Gammal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. El Gammal typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. El Gammal 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. El Gammal. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. El Gammal typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed El Gammal may include:
Please contact Dr. El Gammal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Gammal accept my insurance?
Dr. El Gammal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 388-5432 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Gammal accept in Charleston, WV?
Dr. El Gammal in Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. El Gammal's office located?
What is Dr. El Gammal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Gammal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538257076.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Gammal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Gammal
What is Dr. Ahmed El Gammal's specialty?
Dr. El Gammal is a Hospitalist near Charleston, WV.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ahmed El Gammal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Gammal is affiliated with Camc General 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmed El Gammal accepting new patients in Charleston, WV?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed El Gammal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed El Gammal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Gammal's office at (304) 388-5432 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed El Gammal?
Please contact Dr. El Gammal's office at (304) 388-5432 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed El Gammal have?
Dr. Ahmed El Gammal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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