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Dr. Ahmed Serag, MD, PHD

Apple Valley, CA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Serag, Anesthesiologist in Apple Valley, CA?

    Dr. Ahmed Serag, MD, PHD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, CA. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Serag is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serag’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serag’s office.

    Is Dr. Serag board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed Serag, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Serag speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Serag 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. Serag. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy
    • Unspecified Gestational Age
    • Unknown Pregnancy Duration
    • Undetermined Weeks Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified

    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

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Serag 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. Serag. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    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

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Serag accept my insurance?

    Dr. Serag accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Serag accept in Apple Valley, CA?

    Dr. Serag in Apple Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Serag's office located?

    Dr. Ahmed Serag's Primary Practice

    18300 US Highway 18

    Apple Valley, CA 92307

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

    Dr. Serag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164603882.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serag?

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

    What is Dr. Ahmed Serag's specialty?

    Dr. Serag is a Anesthesiologist near Apple Valley, CA.

    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 this Dr. Ahmed Serag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Serag is affiliated with San Antonio Regional 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 Ahmed Serag accepting new patients in Apple Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed Serag is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ahmed Serag offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Serag's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Serag?

    Please contact Dr. Serag's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed Serag have?

    Dr. Ahmed Serag is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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