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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al Nahlawi, Rheumatologist in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Basma Al Nahlawi, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Marcos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Al Nahlawi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al Nahlawi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al Nahlawi’s office at (760) 707-6765.
What languages does Dr. Al Nahlawi speak?
Dr. Al Nahlawi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Al Nahlawi typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Al Nahlawi 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 Nahlawi. 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:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Al Nahlawi typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Al Nahlawi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Al Nahlawi. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Al Nahlawi accept my insurance?
Dr. Al Nahlawi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 707-6765 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al Nahlawi accept in San Marcos, CA?
Dr. Al Nahlawi in San Marcos, CA 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Al Nahlawi's office located?
Dr. Basma Al Nahlawi's Primary Practice
960 W San Marcos Blvd Ste 210
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 707-6765
What is Dr. Al Nahlawi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al Nahlawi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144455262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al Nahlawi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al Nahlawi
What is Dr. Basma Al Nahlawi's specialty?
Dr. Al Nahlawi is a Rheumatologist near San Marcos, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Basma Al Nahlawi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al Nahlawi is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Poway which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Basma Al Nahlawi accepting new patients in San Marcos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Basma Al Nahlawi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basma Al Nahlawi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al Nahlawi's office at (760) 707-6765 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basma Al Nahlawi?
Please contact Dr. Al Nahlawi's office at (760) 707-6765 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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