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Dr. Fahd Al-Alou, MD

Pediatrician, Internist

Yuma, AZ

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Al-Alou, Pediatrician in Yuma, AZ?

    Dr. Fahd Al-Alou, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Yuma, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Al-Alou graduated from Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Hurley Medical Center/Michigan State University Program. Dr. Al-Alou is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Alou’s office at (928) 366-1026.

    Where did Dr. Al-Alou go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hurley Medical Center/Michigan State University Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo | Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina

    Is Dr. Al-Alou board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Fahd Al-Alou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Al-Alou speak?

    Dr. Al-Alou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Al-Alou typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Al-Alou 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. Al-Alou. 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:

    • Caregiver Refused Vaccination for Patient
    • Caregiver vaccine refusal
    • Parental vaccine refusal
    • Guardian refused immunization

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2882: Immunization not carried out because of caregiver refusal

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Non-Medical Procedure
    • Elective procedure (non-health)
    • Procedure for other purposes
    • Non-therapeutic intervention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Al-Alou typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Fahd Al-Alou may include:

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

    Does Dr. Al-Alou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Al-Alou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 366-1026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Alou accept in Yuma, AZ?

    Dr. Al-Alou in Yuma, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Mercy Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Al-Alou's office located?

    Dr. Fahd Al-Alou's Primary Practice

    2435 S Avenue A Ste A

    Yuma, AZ 85364

    (928) 366-1026

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    Dr. Fahd Al-Alou's Practice 2

    2851 S Avenue B Ste 101

    Yuma, AZ 85364

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    What hospitals are Dr. Al-Alou affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Al-Alou has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Exceptional Community Hospital - Yuma,Yuma, AZ
    Dignity Health - Arizona General Hospital Laveen,Laveen, AZ

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

    Dr. Al-Alou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679517858.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Alou?

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

    What is Dr. Fahd Al-Alou's specialty?

    Dr. Al-Alou is a Pediatrician near Yuma, AZ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Fahd Al-Alou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Al-Alou is affiliated with Yuma Regional 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Fahd Al-Alou accepting new patients in Yuma, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Fahd Al-Alou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fahd Al-Alou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Alou's office at (928) 366-1026 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fahd Al-Alou?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Alou's office at (928) 366-1026 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Al-Alou's office located?

    Dr. Al-Alou's office is located in Yuma, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Fahd Al-Alou have?

    Dr. Fahd Al-Alou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.