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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abdelkarim, Hospitalist in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Ahmed Abdelkarim, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abdelkarim is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdelkarim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdelkarim’s office at (713) 796-9955.
What languages does Dr. Abdelkarim speak?
Dr. Abdelkarim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Abdelkarim treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Abdelkarim 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. Abdelkarim. 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
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89613: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 3
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Which procedures does Dr. Abdelkarim perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Abdelkarim may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abdelkarim's office.
Does Dr. Abdelkarim accept my insurance?
Dr. Abdelkarim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 796-9955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abdelkarim accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Abdelkarim in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abdelkarim's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Abdelkarim's Primary Practice
16605 Southwest Fwy
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(713) 796-9955
What is Dr. Abdelkarim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abdelkarim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215171103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdelkarim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abdelkarim
What is Dr. Ahmed Abdelkarim's specialty?
Dr. Abdelkarim is a Hospitalist near Sugar Land, TX. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Abdelkarim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Abdelkarim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abdelkarim is affiliated with Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Ahmed Abdelkarim accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Abdelkarim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Abdelkarim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abdelkarim's office at (713) 796-9955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Abdelkarim?
Please contact Dr. Abdelkarim's office at (713) 796-9955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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