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Who is Dr. Fattoum, Internist in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Shady Fattoum, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Weymouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fattoum is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fattoum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fattoum’s office at (781) 878-6750.
What languages does Dr. Fattoum speak?
Dr. Fattoum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Fattoum typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Fattoum 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. Fattoum. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
- Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Fattoum typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Fattoum 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. Fattoum. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Fattoum accept my insurance?
Dr. Fattoum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 878-6750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fattoum accept in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Fattoum in Weymouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fattoum's office located?
What is Dr. Fattoum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fattoum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538575915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fattoum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fattoum
What is Dr. Shady Fattoum's specialty?
Dr. Fattoum is a Internist near Weymouth, MA.
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.