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Dr. Saleh El Dassouki, MD

North Platte, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. El Dassouki, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in North Platte, NE?

    Dr. Saleh El Dassouki, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in North Platte, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El Dassouki is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Dassouki’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Dassouki’s office at (305) 355-1122.

    What languages does Dr. El Dassouki speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. El Dassouki treat?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. El Dassouki 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 Dassouki. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Disease
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
    • Unusual Heart Exam Findings
    • Heart Disease Diagnosis
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Which procedures does Dr. El Dassouki perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Saleh El Dassouki may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. El Dassouki's office.

    Does Dr. El Dassouki accept my insurance?

    Dr. El Dassouki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 355-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. El Dassouki accept in North Platte, NE?

    Dr. El Dassouki in North Platte, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. El Dassouki's office located?

    Dr. Saleh El Dassouki's Primary Practice

    601 W Leota St

    North Platte, NE 69101

    (305) 355-1122

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    Dr. Saleh El Dassouki's Practice 2

    1301 E H St

    McCook, NE 69001

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    Dr. Saleh El Dassouki's Practice 3

    717 Brown St

    Alma, NE 68920

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

    Dr. El Dassouki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598007346.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Dassouki?

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

    What is Dr. Saleh El Dassouki's specialty?

    Dr. El Dassouki is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near North Platte, NE. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. El Dassouki to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Saleh El Dassouki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. El Dassouki is affiliated with Great Plains Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

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    Is Saleh El Dassouki accepting new patients in North Platte, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Saleh El Dassouki is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saleh El Dassouki offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. El Dassouki's office at (305) 355-1122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saleh El Dassouki?

    Please contact Dr. El Dassouki's office at (305) 355-1122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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