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50 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Towfiq, Internist in Flint, MI?
Dr. Basim Towfiq, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Flint, MI. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Towfiq completed his residency at Hurley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Towfiq is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Towfiq’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Towfiq’s office at (810) 262-7300.
Where did Dr. Towfiq go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hurley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mosul, Coll of Med, Mosul, Iraq
Is Dr. Towfiq board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Basim Towfiq, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Towfiq speak?
Dr. Towfiq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Towfiq typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Towfiq 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. Towfiq. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
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:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Towfiq typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Basim Towfiq may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Towfiq's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Towfiq accept my insurance?
Dr. Towfiq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 262-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Towfiq accept in Flint, MI?
Dr. Towfiq in Flint, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
University of Michigan Health and Covenant HealthCare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Towfiq's office located?
What is Dr. Towfiq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Towfiq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689725483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Towfiq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Towfiq
What is Dr. Basim Towfiq's specialty?
Dr. Towfiq is a Internist near Flint, MI.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Basim Towfiq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Towfiq is affiliated with Hurley Medical Center, Corewell Health Butterworth 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
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Is Basim Towfiq accepting new patients in Flint, MI?
Yes, Dr. Basim Towfiq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basim Towfiq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Towfiq's office at (810) 262-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basim Towfiq?
Please contact Dr. Towfiq's office at (810) 262-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Basim Towfiq have?
Dr. Basim Towfiq is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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