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Who is Dr. Mekhaiel, Pulmonologist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Essam Mekhaiel, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Mekhaiel graduated from University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program. Dr. Mekhaiel is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mekhaiel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mekhaiel’s office.
Where did Dr. Mekhaiel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical School: University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine | University of Sint Eustatius
Is Dr. Mekhaiel board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Essam Mekhaiel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mekhaiel speak?
Dr. Mekhaiel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mekhaiel typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mekhaiel 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. Mekhaiel. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mekhaiel typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mekhaiel 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. Mekhaiel. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Tumor Removal
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Lung Scope with Tumor Excision
- Bronchial Tumor Resection
- Flexible Bronchoscopy for Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31640: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with excision of tumor
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Mekhaiel accept my insurance?
Dr. Mekhaiel 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. Mekhaiel accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Mekhaiel in Palos Heights, IL 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mekhaiel's office located?
Dr. Essam Mekhaiel's Primary Practice
12820 S Ridgeland Ave Ste B
Palos Heights, IL 60463
What is Dr. Mekhaiel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mekhaiel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659558666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mekhaiel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mekhaiel
What is Dr. Essam Mekhaiel's specialty?
Dr. Mekhaiel is a Pulmonologist near Palos Heights, IL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Essam Mekhaiel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mekhaiel is affiliated with Osf Healthcare Little Company Of Mary Medical Center, 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
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Is Essam Mekhaiel accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Essam Mekhaiel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Essam Mekhaiel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mekhaiel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Essam Mekhaiel?
Please contact Dr. Mekhaiel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Essam Mekhaiel have?
Dr. Essam Mekhaiel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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