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Dr. Saoussan Alfahel, MD

Lake Station, IN

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    Who is Dr. Alfahel, Pediatrician in Lake Station, IN?

    Dr. Saoussan Alfahel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lake Station, IN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Alfahel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alfahel’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alfahel’s office at (219) 763-8112.

    What languages does Dr. Alfahel speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alfahel treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alfahel 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. Alfahel. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • School Admission Health Examination
    • Sports Participation Health Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • Sports Safety
    • School Physical
    • College Entry Exam
    • Educational Institution Checkup
    • Sports Physical
    • Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
    • Athletic Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z020: Encounter for examination for admission to educational institution
    • Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Mineral Levels
    • Blood
    • Mineral Imbalance in Blood
    • Electrolyte Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Mineral Count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R790: Abnormal level of blood mineral

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Administrative Medical Exam
    • Official health check
    • Regulatory medical assessment
    • General administrative exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Alfahel perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Saoussan Alfahel may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alfahel's office.

    Does Dr. Alfahel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alfahel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 763-8112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alfahel accept in Lake Station, IN?

    Dr. Alfahel in Lake Station, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alfahel's office located?

    Dr. Saoussan Alfahel's Primary Practice

    2490 Central Ave

    Lake Station, IN 46405

    (219) 763-8112

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    Dr. Saoussan Alfahel's Practice 2

    6920 Indianapolis Blvd

    Hammond, IN 46324

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Saoussan Alfahel?

    Dr. Alfahel has appointments available at her Lake Station, IN office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Alfahel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366697427.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alfahel?

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

    What is Dr. Saoussan Alfahel's specialty?

    Dr. Alfahel is a Pediatrician near Lake Station, IN. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Alfahel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saoussan Alfahel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Alfahel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Saoussan Alfahel accepting new patients in Lake Station, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Saoussan Alfahel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saoussan Alfahel offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alfahel, or call (219) 763-8112 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Saoussan Alfahel?

    Please contact Dr. Alfahel's office at (219) 763-8112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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