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Dr. Jihad Abialmouna, MD

Rheumatologist

West Amherst, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abialmouna, Rheumatologist in West Amherst, NY?

    Dr. Jihad Abialmouna, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in West Amherst, NY. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Abialmouna graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Erie Co Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abialmouna is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abialmouna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abialmouna’s office at (716) 691-1300.

    Where did Dr. Abialmouna go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Erie Co Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine | Capital Health Sys Fuld Campus | Alameda County Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abialmouna speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Abialmouna typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Abialmouna 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. Abialmouna. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
    • Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
    • Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0570: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of unspecified site without organ or systems involvement
    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Polyarthritis
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Abialmouna typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Abialmouna 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. Abialmouna. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Abialmouna accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abialmouna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 691-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abialmouna accept in West Amherst, NY?

    Dr. Abialmouna in West Amherst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abialmouna's office located?

    Dr. Jihad Abialmouna's Primary Practice

    2800 Sweet Home Rd Ste 6

    West Amherst, NY 14228

    (716) 691-1300

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

    Dr. Abialmouna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396793782.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abialmouna?

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

    What is Dr. Jihad Abialmouna's specialty?

    Dr. Abialmouna is a Rheumatologist near West Amherst, NY.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Jihad Abialmouna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abialmouna is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Olean General 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 Dr. Jihad Abialmouna accepting new patients in West Amherst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jihad Abialmouna is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jihad Abialmouna offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abialmouna's office at (716) 691-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jihad Abialmouna?

    Please contact Dr. Abialmouna's office at (716) 691-1300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abialmouna's office located?

    Dr. Abialmouna's office is located in West Amherst, NY.