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Dr. Hussein Gaafary, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Simpsonville, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gaafary, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Simpsonville, SC?

    Dr. Hussein Gaafary, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Simpsonville, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gaafary is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaafary’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaafary’s office at (864) 329-0029.

    What languages does Dr. Gaafary speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gaafary typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gaafary 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. Gaafary. 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:

    • 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Nervous System Symptoms
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Unusual Neurological Symptoms
    • Nerve Problems
    • Brain and Nerve Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29818: Other symptoms and signs involving the nervous system

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gaafary typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hussein Gaafary may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gaafary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaafary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 329-0029 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaafary accept in Simpsonville, SC?

    Dr. Gaafary in Simpsonville, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gaafary's office located?

    Dr. Hussein Gaafary's Primary Practice

    300 Scuffletown Rd

    Simpsonville, SC 29681

    (864) 329-0029

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    Dr. Hussein Gaafary's Practice 2

    701 Grove Rd Fl 1

    Greenville, SC 29605

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

    Dr. Gaafary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851634059.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaafary?

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

    What is Dr. Hussein Gaafary's specialty?

    Dr. Gaafary is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Simpsonville, SC.

    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 Dr. Hussein Gaafary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gaafary is affiliated with Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Pelham Medical Center, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Hussein Gaafary accepting new patients in Simpsonville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Hussein Gaafary is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hussein Gaafary offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaafary's office at (864) 329-0029 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hussein Gaafary?

    Please contact Dr. Gaafary's office at (864) 329-0029 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gaafary's office located?

    Dr. Gaafary's offices are located in Simpsonville, SC and Greenville, SC.