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Who is Dr. Alfakara, Endocrinologist in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Dima Alfakara, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Alfakara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alfakara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alfakara’s office at (616) 267-8950.
What languages does Dr. Alfakara speak?
Dr. Alfakara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alfakara treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Alfakara 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. Alfakara. 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:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Low Blood Sugar
- Hypoglycemia
- Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
- Blood Sugar Drop
- Sugar Crash
ICD-10 Codes:
- E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Alfakara perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Dima Alfakara may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alfakara's office.
Does Dr. Alfakara accept my insurance?
Dr. Alfakara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 267-8950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alfakara accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Alfakara in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alfakara's office located?
Dr. Dima Alfakara's Primary Practice
221 Michigan St NE Ste 200
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 267-8950
What is Dr. Alfakara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alfakara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295175529.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alfakara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alfakara
What is Dr. Dima Alfakara's specialty?
Dr. Alfakara is a Endocrinologist near Grand Rapids, MI. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Alfakara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dima Alfakara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alfakara is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth 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 Dima Alfakara accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Dima Alfakara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dima Alfakara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alfakara's office at (616) 267-8950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dima Alfakara?
Please contact Dr. Alfakara's office at (616) 267-8950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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