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Dr. Samer Fahoum, MD

Fort Worth, TX

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fahoum, Pulmonologist in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Samer Fahoum, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Fahoum is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fahoum’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fahoum’s office at (817) 335-5288.

    Where did Dr. Fahoum go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria

    What languages does Dr. Fahoum speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fahoum treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Fahoum 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. Fahoum. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • 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:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Lung Function Test
    • Lung Disease
    • Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
    • Unusual Breathing Test
    • Lung Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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

    Does Dr. Fahoum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fahoum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 335-5288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fahoum accept in Fort Worth, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Fahoum's office located?

    Dr. Samer Fahoum's Primary Practice

    1201 Fairmount Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    (817) 335-5288

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    Dr. Samer Fahoum's Practice 2

    6800 N MacArthur Blvd

    Irving, TX 75039

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    Dr. Samer Fahoum's Practice 3

    6161 N State Highway 161 Ste 328

    Irving, TX 75038

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

    Dr. Fahoum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548375827.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fahoum?

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

    What is Dr. Samer Fahoum's specialty?

    Dr. Fahoum is a Pulmonologist near Fort Worth, TX. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Fahoum to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samer Fahoum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fahoum is affiliated with Medical City Las Colinas 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 Samer Fahoum accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Fahoum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samer Fahoum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fahoum's office at (817) 335-5288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samer Fahoum?

    Please contact Dr. Fahoum's office at (817) 335-5288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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