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Dr. Safwat Dous, MD

Carson, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dous, Family Medicine Specialist in Carson, CA?

    Dr. Safwat Dous, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carson, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Dous is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dous’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dous’s office at (718) 963-7272.

    Is Dr. Dous board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Safwat Dous, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dous speak?

    Dr. Dous and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dous treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dous 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. Dous. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Dous perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Safwat Dous may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dous' office.

    Does Dr. Dous accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dous accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 963-7272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dous accept in Carson, CA?

    Dr. Dous in Carson, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Directors Guild of America Employees

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dous' office located?

    Dr. Safwat Dous' Primary Practice

    824 E Carson St Ste 104

    Carson, CA 90745

    (718) 963-7272

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    Dr. Safwat Dous' Practice 2

    301 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 300

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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    Dr. Safwat Dous' Practice 3

    675 S Arroyo Pkwy

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 585-4120

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

    Dr. Dous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649589870.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dous?

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

    What is Dr. Safwat Dous's specialty?

    Dr. Dous is a Family Medicine Specialist near Carson, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Dous to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Safwat Dous affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dous is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Safwat Dous accepting new patients in Carson, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Safwat Dous is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Safwat Dous offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dous's office at (718) 963-7272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Safwat Dous?

    Please contact Dr. Dous's office at (718) 963-7272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Safwat Dous have?

    Dr. Safwat Dous is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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