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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ekhlas, Family Medicine Specialist in Norwich, CT?
Dr. Hossain Ekhlas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norwich, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ekhlas is fluent in English, Bengali, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekhlas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekhlas’s office at (860) 889-8331.
What languages does Dr. Ekhlas speak?
Dr. Ekhlas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekhlas typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ekhlas 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. Ekhlas. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ekhlas typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hossain Ekhlas may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ekhlas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ekhlas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekhlas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 889-8331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekhlas accept in Norwich, CT?
Dr. Ekhlas in Norwich, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ekhlas' office located?
What is Dr. Ekhlas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekhlas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467839266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekhlas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekhlas
What is Dr. Hossain Ekhlas's specialty?
Dr. Ekhlas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Norwich, CT.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Hossain Ekhlas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ekhlas is affiliated with William W. Backus Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, Windham Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Day Kimball 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hossain Ekhlas accepting new patients in Norwich, CT?
Yes, Dr. Hossain Ekhlas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hossain Ekhlas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekhlas's office at (860) 889-8331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hossain Ekhlas?
Please contact Dr. Ekhlas's office at (860) 889-8331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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