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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Ashry, Thoracic Surgeon in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Awad El-Ashry, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El-Ashry is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Ashry’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Ashry’s office at (716) 859-7600.
What languages does Dr. El-Ashry speak?
Dr. El-Ashry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Ashry treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. El-Ashry 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-Ashry. 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:
- 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
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. El-Ashry perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Awad El-Ashry may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El-Ashry's office.
Does Dr. El-Ashry accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Ashry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 859-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Ashry accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. El-Ashry in Buffalo, NY 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Medicare
Nova Healthcare Administrators
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Ashry's office located?
Dr. Awad El-Ashry's Primary Practice
100 High St Ste 362
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 859-7600
What is Dr. El-Ashry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Ashry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881824712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Ashry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Ashry
What is Dr. Awad El-Ashry's specialty?
Dr. El-Ashry is a Thoracic Surgeon near Buffalo, NY. 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. Contact Dr. El-Ashry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Awad El-Ashry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Ashry is affiliated with Buffalo General 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
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Is Awad El-Ashry accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Awad El-Ashry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Awad El-Ashry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Ashry's office at (716) 859-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Awad El-Ashry?
Please contact Dr. El-Ashry's office at (716) 859-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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