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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Awad, Pulmonologist in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Essam Awad, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Awad graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Pulmonary Diseases; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Mary'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Awad is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awad’s office at (508) 973-1780.
Where did Dr. Awad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ct Hlth Ctr/J Dempsey Hos, Pulmonary Diseases; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Mary'S Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Francis Hospital | St Mary's Hospital (Waterbury) Program
Medical School: Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Awad board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Essam Awad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Awad speak?
Dr. Awad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Awad typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Awad 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. Awad. 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:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Smoker's cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-term bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J410: Simple chronic bronchitis
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Awad typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Essam Awad may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Awad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Awad accept my insurance?
Dr. Awad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 973-1780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awad accept in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Awad in Fall River, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Awad's office located?
What is Dr. Awad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659428480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awad
What is Dr. Essam Awad's specialty?
Dr. Awad is a Pulmonologist near Fall River, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Essam Awad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awad is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma, The Miriam 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Essam Awad accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?
Yes, Dr. Essam Awad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Essam Awad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awad's office at (508) 973-1780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Essam Awad?
Please contact Dr. Awad's office at (508) 973-1780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Essam Awad have?
Dr. Essam Awad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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