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Dr. Labib Elkahwaji, MD

Carbondale, IL

Accepting patients

    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. Dr. Elkahwaji is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkahwaji’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Elkahwaji typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Elkahwaji typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Labib Elkahwaji may include:

    Please contact Dr. Elkahwaji's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • 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

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    Dr. Labib Elkahwaji's Practice 2

    201 S 14th St

    Herrin, IL 62948

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    What hospitals are Dr. Elkahwaji affiliated with?

    Dr. Elkahwaji has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sih Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale,Carbondale, IL
    Sih Herrin Hospital,Herrin, IL
    Pinckneyville Community Hospital,Pinckneyville, IL

    What is Dr. Elkahwaji's NPI number?A 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.

    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 Dr. Labib Elkahwaji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Elkahwaji is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sih Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale, Sih Herrin Hospital, Pinckneyville Community Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Labib Elkahwaji?

    Please contact Dr. Elkahwaji's office at (618) 549-0721 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Elkahwaji's office located?

    Dr. Elkahwaji's offices are located in Carbondale, IL and Herrin, IL.