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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kayasseh, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Hakam Kayasseh, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Kayasseh graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Kayasseh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kayasseh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kayasseh’s office.
Where did Dr. Kayasseh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Family Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Kayasseh board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hakam Kayasseh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kayasseh speak?
Dr. Kayasseh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kayasseh typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kayasseh 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. Kayasseh. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kayasseh typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hakam Kayasseh may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kayasseh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kayasseh accept my insurance?
Dr. Kayasseh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kayasseh accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Kayasseh in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kayasseh's office located?
What is Dr. Kayasseh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kayasseh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679658793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kayasseh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kayasseh
What is Dr. Hakam Kayasseh's specialty?
Dr. Kayasseh is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lubbock, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Hakam Kayasseh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kayasseh is affiliated with Roosevelt General Hospital, Plains Regional Medical Center, Lubbock Heart & Surgical 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hakam Kayasseh accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Hakam Kayasseh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hakam Kayasseh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kayasseh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hakam Kayasseh?
Please contact Dr. Kayasseh's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hakam Kayasseh have?
Dr. Hakam Kayasseh is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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