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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kannass, Internist in Hilo, HI?
Dr. Mouhamed Kannass, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hilo, HI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Kannass graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kannass is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kannass’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kannass’s office at (808) 932-3000.
Where did Dr. Kannass go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Kannass board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mouhamed Kannass, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kannass speak?
Dr. Kannass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kannass typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kannass 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. Kannass. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kannass typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mouhamed Kannass 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. Kannass' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kannass accept my insurance?
Dr. Kannass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 932-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kannass accept in Hilo, HI?
Dr. Kannass in Hilo, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Henry Ford Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kannass' office located?
Dr. Mouhamed Kannass' Primary Practice
75 Puuhonu Pl Ste 100
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 932-3000
What is Dr. Kannass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kannass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316036247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kannass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kannass
What is Dr. Mouhamed Kannass's specialty?
Dr. Kannass is a Internist near Hilo, HI.
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. Mouhamed Kannass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kannass is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center, Straub Benioff 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
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Is Mouhamed Kannass accepting new patients in Hilo, HI?
Yes, Dr. Mouhamed Kannass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mouhamed Kannass offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kannass's office at (808) 932-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mouhamed Kannass?
Please contact Dr. Kannass's office at (808) 932-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mouhamed Kannass have?
Dr. Mouhamed Kannass is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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