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Dr. Wael Saasouh, MD

Anesthesiologist

Detroit, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saasouh, Anesthesiologist in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Wael Saasouh, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Saasouh is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saasouh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saasouh’s office at (216) 444-2200.

    What languages does Dr. Saasouh speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Saasouh typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saasouh 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. Saasouh. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Saasouh typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saasouh performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Saasouh. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Saasouh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saasouh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saasouh accept in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Saasouh in Detroit, MI 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 Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saasouh's office located?

    Dr. Wael Saasouh's Primary Practice

    4201 Saint Antoine St

    Detroit, MI 48201

    (216) 444-2200

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    Dr. Wael Saasouh's Practice 2

    3990 John R St

    Detroit, MI 48201

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    Dr. Wael Saasouh's Practice 3

    6071 W Outer Dr

    Detroit, MI 48235

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    What hospitals are Dr. Saasouh affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Saasouh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dmc Harper University Hospital,Detroit, MI
    Dmc Harper University Hospital,Detroit, MI
    Dmc Detroit Receiving Hospital,Detroit, MI

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

    Dr. Saasouh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942750252.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saasouh?

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

    What is Dr. Wael Saasouh's specialty?

    Dr. Saasouh is an Anesthesiologist near Detroit, MI.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Wael Saasouh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saasouh is affiliated with Dmc Sinai-Grace Hospital 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 Dr. Wael Saasouh accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Wael Saasouh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wael Saasouh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saasouh's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wael Saasouh?

    Please contact Dr. Saasouh's office at (216) 444-2200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Saasouh's office located?

    Dr. Saasouh's office is located in Detroit, MI.