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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elrefaie, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Ahmed Elrefaie, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elrefaie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elrefaie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elrefaie’s office at (949) 517-3010.
What languages does Dr. Elrefaie speak?
Dr. Elrefaie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elrefaie typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elrefaie 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. Elrefaie. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elrefaie typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Elrefaie may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Elrefaie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elrefaie accept my insurance?
Dr. Elrefaie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 517-3010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elrefaie accept in Irvine, CA?
Dr. Elrefaie in Irvine, CA 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 Corporation
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elrefaie's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Elrefaie's Primary Practice
16200 Sand Canyon Ave
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 517-3010
What is Dr. Elrefaie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elrefaie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578820155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elrefaie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elrefaie
What is Dr. Ahmed Elrefaie's specialty?
Dr. Elrefaie is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Irvine, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Elrefaie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elrefaie is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Hoag Orthopaedic Institute, Uci Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmed Elrefaie accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Elrefaie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Elrefaie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elrefaie's office at (949) 517-3010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Elrefaie?
Please contact Dr. Elrefaie's office at (949) 517-3010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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