Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khawam, Internist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Elias Khawam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI. He is board certified. Dr. Khawam graduated from Aleppo University and completed his residency at SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Khawam is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khawam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khawam’s office at (401) 444-3985.
Where did Dr. Khawam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Aleppo University
Is Dr. Khawam board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elias Khawam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Khawam speak?
Dr. Khawam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Khawam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Khawam 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. Khawam. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Blood Clotting Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Thrombophilia
- Increased Clotting Tendency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6869: Other thrombophilia
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Khawam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Elias Khawam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Khawam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Khawam accept my insurance?
Dr. Khawam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-3985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khawam accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Khawam in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khawam's office located?
What is Dr. Khawam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khawam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821236639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khawam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khawam
What is Dr. Elias Khawam's specialty?
Dr. Khawam is a Internist near Providence, RI.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Elias Khawam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khawam is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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 Elias Khawam accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Elias Khawam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elias Khawam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khawam's office at (401) 444-3985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elias Khawam?
Please contact Dr. Khawam's office at (401) 444-3985 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elias Khawam have?
Dr. Elias Khawam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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