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Dr. Samer Abu Alula, MD

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abu Alula, Internist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Samer Abu Alula, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Abu Alula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abu Alula’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abu Alula’s office at (319) 272-8349.

    What languages does Dr. Abu Alula speak?

    Dr. Abu Alula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Abu Alula typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Abu Alula 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. Abu Alula. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Dangerous High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Crisis
    • Very High Blood Pressure
    • Blood Pressure Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I169: Hypertensive crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Abu Alula typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Samer Abu Alula may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abu Alula's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abu Alula accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abu Alula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 272-8349 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abu Alula accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Abu Alula in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Arizona

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Abu Alula's office located?

    Dr. Samer Abu Alula's Primary Practice

    1625 N Campbell Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85719

    (319) 272-8349

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

    Dr. Abu Alula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447782578.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abu Alula?

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

    What is Dr. Samer Abu Alula's specialty?

    Dr. Abu Alula is a Internist near Tucson, AZ.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Samer Abu Alula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abu Alula is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington Campus, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Samer Abu Alula accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Abu Alula is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samer Abu Alula offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abu Alula's office at (319) 272-8349 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samer Abu Alula?

    Please contact Dr. Abu Alula's office at (319) 272-8349 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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