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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alhaddad, Pulmonologist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Firas Alhaddad, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alhaddad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alhaddad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alhaddad’s office at (619) 460-4055.
Is Dr. Alhaddad board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Firas Alhaddad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alhaddad speak?
Dr. Alhaddad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alhaddad typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alhaddad 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. Alhaddad. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alhaddad typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Firas Alhaddad may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Alhaddad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alhaddad accept my insurance?
Dr. Alhaddad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 460-4055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alhaddad accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Alhaddad in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alhaddad's office located?
Dr. Firas Alhaddad's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-4055
What is Dr. Alhaddad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alhaddad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295963460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alhaddad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alhaddad
What is Dr. Firas Alhaddad's specialty?
Dr. Alhaddad is a Pulmonologist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Firas Alhaddad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alhaddad is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Firas Alhaddad accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Firas Alhaddad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firas Alhaddad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alhaddad's office at (619) 460-4055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firas Alhaddad?
Please contact Dr. Alhaddad's office at (619) 460-4055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Firas Alhaddad have?
Dr. Firas Alhaddad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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