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19 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Hammali, Nephrologist in Douglasville, GA?
Dr. Rafiq El Hammali, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Douglasville, GA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. El Hammali is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Hammali’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Hammali’s office at (770) 577-4825.
Where did Dr. El Hammali go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Garyounis University, Fac of Med, Benghazi, Libya
Is Dr. El Hammali board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Rafiq El Hammali, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Hammali speak?
Dr. El Hammali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. El Hammali typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. El Hammali 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 Hammali. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. El Hammali typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafiq El Hammali may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. El Hammali's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Hammali accept my insurance?
Dr. El Hammali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 577-4825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Hammali accept in Douglasville, GA?
Dr. El Hammali in Douglasville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. El Hammali's office located?
What is Dr. El Hammali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Hammali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396965547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Hammali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Hammali
What is Dr. Rafiq El Hammali's specialty?
Dr. El Hammali is a Nephrologist near Douglasville, GA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Rafiq El Hammali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Hammali is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Regional 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rafiq El Hammali accepting new patients in Douglasville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Rafiq El Hammali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafiq El Hammali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Hammali's office at (770) 577-4825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafiq El Hammali?
Please contact Dr. El Hammali's office at (770) 577-4825 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafiq El Hammali have?
Dr. Rafiq El Hammali is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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