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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hussein, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Yasir Hussein, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hussein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussein’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussein’s office at (202) 715-4000.
What languages does Dr. Hussein speak?
Dr. Hussein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hussein typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hussein 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. Hussein. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hussein typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yasir Hussein may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Hussein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hussein accept my insurance?
Dr. Hussein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hussein accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Hussein in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hussein's office located?
What is Dr. Hussein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hussein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972120533.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hussein
What is Dr. Yasir Hussein's specialty?
Dr. Hussein is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Yasir Hussein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hussein is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yasir Hussein accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Yasir Hussein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yasir Hussein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hussein's office at (202) 715-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yasir Hussein?
Please contact Dr. Hussein's office at (202) 715-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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