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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. Dr. Alfahel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Alfahel typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alfahel typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Saoussan Alfahel may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Alfahel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Saoussan Alfahel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alfahel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago, Uchicago Medicine. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 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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