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Dr. Isam Marar, MD

Dr. Isam Marar, MD

Council Bluffs, IA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Marar, Internist in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Isam Marar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Marar graduated from University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine. Dr. Marar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marar’s office at (712) 256-5600.

    Where did Dr. Marar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine | Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh

    • Medical School: University Of Jordan, Fac Of Med, Amman, Jordan | University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine | University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Marar board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Isam Marar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Marar speak?

    Dr. Marar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Marar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Marar 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. Marar. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Marar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Isam Marar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Marar's office.

    Does Dr. Marar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Marar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 256-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Marar accept in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Marar in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • IOWA Total Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Marar's office located?

    Dr. Isam Marar's Primary Practice

    1701 W Broadway

    Council Bluffs, IA 51501

    (712) 256-5600

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    What is Dr. Marar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Marar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104976109.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Marar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Marar

    What is Dr. Isam Marar's specialty?

    Dr. Marar is a Internist near Council Bluffs, IA.

    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. Marar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Isam Marar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Marar is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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?

    Explore Internist with 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 Isam Marar accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Isam Marar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Isam Marar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Marar's office at (712) 256-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Isam Marar?

    Please contact Dr. Marar's office at (712) 256-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Isam Marar have?

    Dr. Isam Marar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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