32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Choufi, Endocrinologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Leyla El-Choufi, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. El-Choufi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Choufi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Choufi’s office at (706) 774-7760.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. El-Choufi?
Dr. Leyla El-Choufi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. El-Choufi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Osteoporosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Augusta/GA community, Dr. El-Choufi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. El-Choufi speak?
Dr. El-Choufi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Choufi treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. El-Choufi 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. El-Choufi. 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.
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Which procedures does Dr. El-Choufi perform as an Endocrinologist?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Leyla El-Choufi may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El-Choufi's office.
Does Dr. El-Choufi accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Choufi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 774-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Choufi accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. El-Choufi in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Choufi's office located?
Dr. Leyla El-Choufi's Primary Practice
1303 Dantignac St Ste 1200
Augusta, GA 30901
(706) 774-7760
Dr. Leyla El-Choufi's Practice 2
4321 University Pkwy Ste 101
Evans, GA 30809
(706) 854-3410
What is Dr. El-Choufi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Choufi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942355342.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Choufi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Choufi
What is Dr. Leyla El-Choufi's specialty?
Dr. El-Choufi is a Endocrinologist near Augusta, GA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. El-Choufi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leyla El-Choufi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Choufi is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Leyla El-Choufi accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Leyla El-Choufi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leyla El-Choufi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Choufi's office at (706) 774-7760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leyla El-Choufi?
Please contact Dr. El-Choufi's office at (706) 774-7760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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