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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girgis, Hospitalist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Cherif Girgis, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Girgis is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girgis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girgis’s office at (646) 387-0910.
Where did Dr. Girgis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Girgis board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Cherif Girgis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Girgis speak?
Dr. Girgis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Girgis treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6821: Body mass index [BMI] 21.0-21.9, adult
- Z6822: Body mass index [BMI] 22.0-22.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Girgis perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Cherif Girgis may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Girgis' office.
Does Dr. Girgis accept my insurance?
Dr. Girgis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 387-0910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Girgis accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Girgis in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
SGS North America Inc
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Where is Dr. Girgis' office located?
What is Dr. Girgis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girgis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023237260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girgis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girgis
What is Dr. Cherif Girgis's specialty?
Dr. Girgis is a Hospitalist near Fresno, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Girgis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cherif Girgis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girgis is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Cherif Girgis accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cherif Girgis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cherif Girgis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girgis's office at (646) 387-0910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cherif Girgis?
Please contact Dr. Girgis's office at (646) 387-0910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cherif Girgis have?
Dr. Cherif Girgis is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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