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Dr. Sherif Elkinany, MD

Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist

Riverside, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elkinany, Critical Care Internist in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Sherif Elkinany, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Elkinany is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkinany’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkinany’s office at (909) 427-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Elkinany speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Elkinany typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Elkinany 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. Elkinany. 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 Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • MSSA Blood Poisoning
    • Sepsis
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • MSSA Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Elkinany typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Elkinany performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elkinany. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope
    • Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
    • Airway Aspiration
    • Lung Secretion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Does Dr. Elkinany accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elkinany accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 427-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elkinany accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Elkinany in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Elkinany's office located?

    Dr. Sherif Elkinany's Primary Practice

    4234 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 230

    Riverside, CA 92505

    (909) 427-5000

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    Dr. Sherif Elkinany's Practice 2

    9961 Sierra Ave

    Fontana, CA 92335

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

    Dr. Elkinany's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407377203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkinany?

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

    What is Dr. Sherif Elkinany's specialty?

    Dr. Elkinany is a Critical Care Internist near Riverside, CA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Sherif Elkinany affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elkinany is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Dr. Sherif Elkinany accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sherif Elkinany is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sherif Elkinany offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elkinany's office at (909) 427-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sherif Elkinany?

    Please contact Dr. Elkinany's office at (909) 427-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Elkinany's office located?

    Dr. Elkinany's offices are located in Riverside, CA and Fontana, CA.