Dr. Aiman Alassar, MD, PHD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Alassar, Thoracic Surgeon in Washington, DC?

Dr. Aiman Alassar, MD, PHD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Alassar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alassar’s office.

What languages does Dr. Alassar speak?

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

Arabic
English

What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Alassar typically treat?

As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Alassar 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. Alassar. 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:

Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Post-cardiac surgery care
Vascular surgery aftercare
Heart surgery recovery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

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:

Other Cardiomyopathies
Cardiomyopathy
Uncommon heart muscle diseases
Rare cardiomyopathy types

ICD-10 Codes:

I428: Other cardiomyopathies

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

ICD-10 Codes:

I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

Also known as:

End-Stage Heart Failure
Heart Failure
Advanced heart failure
Terminal heart failure
Severe heart failure

ICD-10 Codes:

I5084: End stage heart failure

What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Alassar typically perform?

As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Aiman Alassar may include:

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

Does Dr. Alassar accept my insurance?

Dr. Alassar 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. Alassar accept in Washington, DC?

Dr. Alassar 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States

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Where is Dr. Alassar's office located?

Dr. Aiman Alassar's Primary Practice

110 Irving St NW

Washington, DC 20010

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

Dr. Alassar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316553878.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alassar?

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

What is Dr. Aiman Alassar's specialty?

Dr. Alassar is a Thoracic Surgeon near Washington, DC.

What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

Is Dr. Aiman Alassar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Alassar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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