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Dr. Samer Nakkar, MD

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nakkar, Internist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Samer Nakkar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nakkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakkar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakkar’s office at (863) 292-4004.

    Is Dr. Nakkar board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Nakkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nakkar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nakkar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Nakkar 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. Nakkar. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Nakkar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Samer Nakkar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nakkar's office.

    Does Dr. Nakkar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nakkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 292-4004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nakkar accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Nakkar in Tampa, FL 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)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Devoted Health

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nakkar's office located?

    Dr. Samer Nakkar's Primary Practice

    3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Fl 1

    Tampa, FL 33607

    (863) 292-4004

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    Dr. Samer Nakkar's Practice 2

    200 Avenue F NE

    Winter Haven, FL 33881

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    Dr. Samer Nakkar's Practice 3

    410 S 11th St

    Lake Wales, FL 33853

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

    Dr. Nakkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851591358.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakkar?

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

    What is Dr. Samer Nakkar's specialty?

    Dr. Nakkar is a Internist near Tampa, FL.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Nakkar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samer Nakkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nakkar is affiliated with Winter Haven 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Samer Nakkar accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Nakkar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samer Nakkar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nakkar's office at (863) 292-4004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samer Nakkar?

    Please contact Dr. Nakkar's office at (863) 292-4004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samer Nakkar have?

    Dr. Samer Nakkar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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