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Who is Dr. Abualfoul, Infectious Disease Specialist in Bettendorf, IA?
Dr. Ahmed Abualfoul, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Bettendorf, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abualfoul graduated from Jordan University of Science and Technology Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program. Dr. Abualfoul is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abualfoul’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abualfoul’s office at (319) 363-3565.
Where did Dr. Abualfoul go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: Jordan University of Science and Technology Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Abualfoul speak?
Dr. Abualfoul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Abualfoul typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Abualfoul 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. Abualfoul. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Abualfoul typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Abualfoul may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Abualfoul's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abualfoul accept my insurance?
Dr. Abualfoul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 363-3565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abualfoul accept in Bettendorf, IA?
Dr. Abualfoul in Bettendorf, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Philadelphia American Life Insurance Co
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Abualfoul's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Abualfoul's Primary Practice
4480 Utica Ridge Rd Ste 160
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(319) 363-3565
What is Dr. Abualfoul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abualfoul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154504504.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abualfoul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abualfoul
What is Dr. Ahmed Abualfoul's specialty?
Dr. Abualfoul is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Bettendorf, IA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Ahmed Abualfoul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abualfoul is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Ia, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmed Abualfoul accepting new patients in Bettendorf, IA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed Abualfoul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed Abualfoul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abualfoul's office at (319) 363-3565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed Abualfoul?
Please contact Dr. Abualfoul's office at (319) 363-3565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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