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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salama, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Harahan, LA?
Dr. Maha Salama, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harahan, LA. Dr. Salama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salama’s office at (718) 918-5820.
What languages does Dr. Salama speak?
Dr. Salama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salama typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salama 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. Salama. 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:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salama typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Maha Salama 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. Salama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salama accept my insurance?
Dr. Salama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 918-5820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salama accept in Harahan, LA?
Dr. Salama in Harahan, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Salama's office located?
Dr. Maha Salama's Primary Practice
824 Elmwood Park Blvd Ste 135
Harahan, LA 70123
(718) 918-5820
What is Dr. Salama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841653243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salama
What is Dr. Maha Salama's specialty?
Dr. Salama is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Harahan, LA.
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 this Dr. Maha Salama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salama is affiliated with Lenox Hill 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maha Salama accepting new patients in Harahan, LA?
Yes, Dr. Maha Salama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maha Salama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salama's office at (718) 918-5820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maha Salama?
Please contact Dr. Salama's office at (718) 918-5820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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