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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yusaf, Hospitalist in Alton, IL?
Dr. Omer Yusaf, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Yusaf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yusaf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yusaf’s office at (815) 971-5000.
Is Dr. Yusaf board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Omer Yusaf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yusaf speak?
Dr. Yusaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Yusaf typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Yusaf 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. Yusaf. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Yusaf typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Omer Yusaf may include:
Please contact Dr. Yusaf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yusaf accept my insurance?
Dr. Yusaf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 971-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yusaf accept in Alton, IL?
Dr. Yusaf in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yusaf's office located?
What is Dr. Yusaf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yusaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669585956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yusaf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yusaf
What is Dr. Omer Yusaf's specialty?
Dr. Yusaf is a Hospitalist near Alton, IL.
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. Omer Yusaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yusaf is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius (hoffman Estates, Il), Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il), Community Hospital Of Munster, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Omer Yusaf accepting new patients in Alton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Omer Yusaf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omer Yusaf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yusaf's office at (815) 971-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omer Yusaf?
Please contact Dr. Yusaf's office at (815) 971-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Omer Yusaf have?
Dr. Omer Yusaf is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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