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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al Faris, Critical Care Internist in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Faris Al Faris, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Al Faris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al Faris’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al Faris’s office at (256) 485-0899.
What languages does Dr. Al Faris speak?
Dr. Al Faris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Al Faris treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Al Faris 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. Al Faris. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Al Faris perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Faris Al Faris may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Al Faris' office.
Does Dr. Al Faris accept my insurance?
Dr. Al Faris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 485-0899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al Faris accept in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Al Faris in Gadsden, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Devoted Health
Humana
Lowes
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Al Faris' office located?
Dr. Faris Al Faris' Primary Practice
1026 Goodyear Ave Ste 302B
Gadsden, AL 35903
(256) 485-0899
What is Dr. Al Faris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al Faris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184077521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al Faris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al Faris
What is Dr. Faris Al Faris's specialty?
Dr. Al Faris is a Critical Care Internist near Gadsden, AL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Al Faris to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Faris Al Faris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al Faris is affiliated with UAB Hospital, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Faris Al Faris accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?
Yes, Dr. Faris Al Faris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faris Al Faris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al Faris's office at (256) 485-0899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faris Al Faris?
Please contact Dr. Al Faris's office at (256) 485-0899 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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