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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkahwaji, Hospitalist in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Labib Elkahwaji, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Elkahwaji is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkahwaji’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkahwaji’s office at (618) 549-0721.
What languages does Dr. Elkahwaji speak?
Dr. Elkahwaji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Elkahwaji treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Elkahwaji 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. Elkahwaji. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- 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:
- Acute Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Sudden Fluid in Lungs
- Acute Lung Congestion
- Flash Pulmonary Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J810: Acute pulmonary edema
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Elkahwaji perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Labib Elkahwaji may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elkahwaji's office.
Does Dr. Elkahwaji accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkahwaji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 549-0721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkahwaji accept in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Elkahwaji in Carbondale, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Elkahwaji's office located?
Dr. Labib Elkahwaji's Primary Practice
405 W Jackson St
Carbondale, IL 62901
(618) 549-0721
What is Dr. Elkahwaji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkahwaji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114172186.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkahwaji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkahwaji
What is Dr. Labib Elkahwaji's specialty?
Dr. Elkahwaji is a Hospitalist near Carbondale, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Elkahwaji to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Labib Elkahwaji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkahwaji is affiliated with Herrin 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Labib Elkahwaji accepting new patients in Carbondale, IL?
Yes, Dr. Labib Elkahwaji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Labib Elkahwaji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkahwaji's office at (618) 549-0721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Labib Elkahwaji?
Please contact Dr. Elkahwaji's office at (618) 549-0721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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