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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saab, Internist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Faysal Saab, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Saab is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saab’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saab’s office at (310) 825-6301.
What languages does Dr. Saab speak?
Dr. Saab and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saab typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Saab 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. Saab. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Saab typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Faysal Saab 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. Saab's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saab accept my insurance?
Dr. Saab accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-6301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saab accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Saab in Santa Monica, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kern Health Systems
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Saab's office located?
Dr. Faysal Saab's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 825-6301
What is Dr. Saab's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164797205.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saab?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saab
What is Dr. Faysal Saab's specialty?
Dr. Saab is a Internist near Santa Monica, CA.
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. Faysal Saab affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saab is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Faysal Saab accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Faysal Saab is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faysal Saab offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saab's office at (310) 825-6301 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faysal Saab?
Please contact Dr. Saab's office at (310) 825-6301 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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