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Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai, MD

Endocrinologist

Olympia Fields, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. El-Rifai, Endocrinologist in Olympia Fields, IL?

    Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Olympia Fields, IL. Dr. El-Rifai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Rifai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Rifai’s office at (307) 996-1560.

    What languages does Dr. El-Rifai speak?

    Dr. El-Rifai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. El-Rifai typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. El-Rifai 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-Rifai. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication

    Also known as:

    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. El-Rifai typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai may include:

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

    Does Dr. El-Rifai accept my insurance?

    Dr. El-Rifai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (307) 996-1560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. El-Rifai accept in Olympia Fields, IL?

    Dr. El-Rifai in Olympia Fields, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. El-Rifai's office located?

    Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai's Primary Practice

    3700 W 203rd St Ste 310

    Olympia Fields, IL 60461

    (307) 996-1560

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

    Dr. El-Rifai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992112973.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Rifai?

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

    What is Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai's specialty?

    Dr. El-Rifai is an Endocrinologist near Olympia Fields, IL.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. El-Rifai is affiliated with Olympia Fields Hospital, Franciscan Health Dyer, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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 Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Endocrinologist. 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. Mohammad El-Rifai accepting new patients in Olympia Fields, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. El-Rifai's office at (307) 996-1560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mohammad El-Rifai?

    Please contact Dr. El-Rifai's office at (307) 996-1560 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. El-Rifai's office located?

    Dr. El-Rifai's office is located in Olympia Fields, IL.