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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alhafez, Hospitalist in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Ashraf Alhafez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alhafez is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alhafez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alhafez’s office at (785) 354-5242.
What languages does Dr. Alhafez speak?
Dr. Alhafez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alhafez typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Alhafez 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. Alhafez. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alhafez typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashraf Alhafez may include:
Please contact Dr. Alhafez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alhafez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alhafez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 354-5242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alhafez accept in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Alhafez in Topeka, KS 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 Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Kansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alhafez's office located?
What is Dr. Alhafez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alhafez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134409105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alhafez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alhafez
What is Dr. Ashraf Alhafez's specialty?
Dr. Alhafez is a Hospitalist near Topeka, KS.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Ashraf Alhafez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alhafez is affiliated with Stormont Vail 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
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Is Ashraf Alhafez accepting new patients in Topeka, KS?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Alhafez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashraf Alhafez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alhafez's office at (785) 354-5242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashraf Alhafez?
Please contact Dr. Alhafez's office at (785) 354-5242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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