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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Gassier, Internist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Atef El Gassier is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El Gassier graduated from Garyounis University and completed his residency at Family Medicine Residency of Idaho Program. Dr. El Gassier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Gassier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Gassier’s office at (304) 691-1000.
Where did Dr. El Gassier go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Family Medicine Residency of Idaho Program
Medical School: Garyounis University
What languages does Dr. El Gassier speak?
Dr. El Gassier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. El Gassier treat?
As a Internist, Dr. El Gassier 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. El Gassier. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. El Gassier perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Atef El Gassier may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El Gassier's office.
Does Dr. El Gassier accept my insurance?
Dr. El Gassier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 691-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Gassier accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. El Gassier in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other PACE
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El Gassier's office located?
Dr. Atef El Gassier's Primary Practice
150 N Eagle Creek Dr
Lexington, KY 40509
(304) 691-1000
What is Dr. El Gassier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Gassier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053699934.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Gassier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Gassier
What is Dr. Atef El Gassier's specialty?
Dr. El Gassier is a Internist near Lexington, KY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. El Gassier to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Atef El Gassier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Gassier is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington, Ky, Saint Joseph East 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Atef El Gassier accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Atef El Gassier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Atef El Gassier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Gassier's office at (304) 691-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Atef El Gassier?
Please contact Dr. El Gassier's office at (304) 691-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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