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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khishfe, Emergency Medicine Specialist in O Fallon, IL?
Dr. Basem Khishfe, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in O Fallon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Khishfe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khishfe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khishfe’s office at (314) 525-4148.
What languages does Dr. Khishfe speak?
Dr. Khishfe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Khishfe typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Khishfe 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. Khishfe. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Khishfe typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Basem Khishfe may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Khishfe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Khishfe accept my insurance?
Dr. Khishfe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 525-4148 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khishfe accept in O Fallon, IL?
Dr. Khishfe in O Fallon, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Khishfe's office located?
Dr. Basem Khishfe's Primary Practice
1 Saint Elizabeth Blvd
O Fallon, IL 62269
(314) 525-4148
What hospitals are Dr. Khishfe affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Khishfe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Hshs St. Elizabeth's Hospital,O'Fallon, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Hshs St. Elizabeth's Hospital,O'Fallon, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital,St. Louis, MORanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital,St. Louis, MO
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Mercy Hospital St. Louis,St Louis, MORanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Mercy Hospital St. Louis,St Louis, MO
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Decatur Memorial Hospital,Decatur, ILRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Decatur Memorial Hospital,Decatur, IL
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Carle Foundation Hospital,Urbana, ILRanked Hernia Repair Surgery
Carle Foundation Hospital,Urbana, IL
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo,Chesterfield, MORanked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo,Chesterfield, MO
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
What is Dr. Khishfe's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khishfe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760790802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khishfe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khishfe
What is Dr. Basem Khishfe's specialty?
Dr. Khishfe is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near O Fallon, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is Dr. Basem Khishfe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khishfe is affiliated with Hshs St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Decatur Memorial Hospital, Carle Foundation Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo 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. Basem Khishfe accepting new patients in O Fallon, IL?
Yes, Dr. Basem Khishfe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basem Khishfe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khishfe's office at (314) 525-4148 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Basem Khishfe?
Please contact Dr. Khishfe's office at (314) 525-4148 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Khishfe's office located?
Dr. Khishfe's offices are located in O Fallon, IL, Highland, IL, and Effingham, IL.
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