36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al-Ghussain, Hospitalist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Al-Ghussain graduated from Kuwait University, Faculty Of Medicine, Health Sciences Center and completed his residency at St Joseph Mercy Oakland. Dr. Al-Ghussain is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Ghussain’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Ghussain’s office at (479) 314-5175.
Where did Dr. Al-Ghussain go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Mercy Oakland | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program
Medical School: Kuwait University, Fac of Med, Hlth Sci Ctr, Kuwait | Kuwait University / Faculty of Medicine/ Health Science Center | Kuwait University, Faculty Of Medicine, Health Sciences Center
Is Dr. Al-Ghussain board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Al-Ghussain speak?
Dr. Al-Ghussain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Al-Ghussain treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Al-Ghussain 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. Al-Ghussain. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- 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
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Al-Ghussain perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Al-Ghussain's office.
Does Dr. Al-Ghussain accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Ghussain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 314-5175 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Ghussain accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Al-Ghussain in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Al-Ghussain's office located?
Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain's Primary Practice
7301 Rogers Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-5175
What is Dr. Al-Ghussain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Ghussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538187190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Ghussain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Ghussain
What is Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain's specialty?
Dr. Al-Ghussain is a Hospitalist near Fort Smith, AR. 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. Al-Ghussain to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Ghussain is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 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
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Is Emad Al-Ghussain accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Ghussain's office at (479) 314-5175 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emad Al-Ghussain?
Please contact Dr. Al-Ghussain's office at (479) 314-5175 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain have?
Dr. Emad Al-Ghussain is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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