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Dr. Bassam Mechleb, MD

Laurel, MS

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mechleb, Cardiologist in Laurel, MS?

    Dr. Bassam Mechleb, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Laurel, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mechleb graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at E Tn St University. Dr. Mechleb is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mechleb’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mechleb’s office.

    Where did Dr. Mechleb go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: E Tn St University | East Tennessee State University Program

    • Medical School: Lebanese University / Faculty of Medical Sciences | Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India

    Is Dr. Mechleb board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Bassam Mechleb, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mechleb speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Mechleb treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Mechleb 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. Mechleb. 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:

    • 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Mechleb perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bassam Mechleb may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mechleb's office.

    Does Dr. Mechleb accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mechleb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mechleb accept in Laurel, MS?

    Dr. Mechleb in Laurel, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority PEBA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mechleb's office located?

    Dr. Bassam Mechleb also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Bassam Mechleb's Primary Practice

    404 S 13th Ave

    Laurel, MS 39440

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    Dr. Bassam Mechleb's Practice 2

    1220 Jefferson St

    Laurel, MS 39440

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    Dr. Bassam Mechleb's Practice 3

    6051 U S Highway 49

    Hattiesburg, MS 39401

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bassam Mechleb?

    Dr. Mechleb has appointments available at his Laurel, MS office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Mechleb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063625325.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mechleb?

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

    What is Dr. Bassam Mechleb's specialty?

    Dr. Mechleb is a Cardiologist near Laurel, MS. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Mechleb to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bassam Mechleb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mechleb is affiliated with South Central Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Bassam Mechleb accepting new patients in Laurel, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Bassam Mechleb is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bassam Mechleb offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mechleb, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Bassam Mechleb?

    Yes, Dr. Mechleb offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Mechleb, or contact the office for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bassam Mechleb have?

    Dr. Bassam Mechleb is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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