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Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary, MD

Nephrologist, Internist, Hospitalist

Orange, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Al Ammary, Nephrologist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Al Ammary is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al Ammary’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al Ammary’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Al Ammary board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Al Ammary speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Al Ammary typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Al Ammary 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. Al Ammary. 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
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N178: Other acute kidney failure
    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Al Ammary typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary may include:

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

    Does Dr. Al Ammary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Al Ammary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Al Ammary accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Al Ammary in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Al Ammary's office located?

    Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary's Primary Practice

    101 The City Dr S

    Orange, CA 92868

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    Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary's Practice 2

    1809 W Chapman Ave

    Orange, CA 92868

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

    Dr. Al Ammary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992918916.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al Ammary?

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

    What is Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary's specialty?

    Dr. Al Ammary is a Nephrologist near Orange, CA.

    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 Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Al Ammary is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim 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

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    Is Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Al Ammary's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary?

    Please contact Dr. Al Ammary's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Al Ammary's office located?

    Dr. Al Ammary's office is located in Orange, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary have?

    Dr. Fawaz Al Ammary is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.