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Dr. Bassam Al-Owir, MD

Henderson, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Al-Owir, Critical Care Internist in Henderson, NV?

    Dr. Bassam Al-Owir, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Henderson, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Al-Owir graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp. Dr. Al-Owir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Owir’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Owir’s office at (702) 963-7000.

    Where did Dr. Al-Owir go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp | Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science | Damscus University / Damascus

    What languages does Dr. Al-Owir speak?

    Dr. Al-Owir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Al-Owir treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Al-Owir 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. Al-Owir. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    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:

    • Septic Shock
    • Sepsis
    • Shock
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I160: Hypertensive urgency
    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Dependence on Ventilator
    • Respirator Dependence
    • Breathing Machine Reliance
    • Long-term Ventilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Sudden heart attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I462: Cardiac arrest due to underlying cardiac condition

    Which procedures does Dr. Al-Owir perform as a Critical Care Internist?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bassam Al-Owir may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Al-Owir's office.

    Does Dr. Al-Owir accept my insurance?

    Dr. Al-Owir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 963-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Owir accept in Henderson, NV?

    Dr. Al-Owir in Henderson, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Western Growers Association

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    Where is Dr. Al-Owir's office located?

    Dr. Bassam Al-Owir's Primary Practice

    1050 W Galleria Dr

    Henderson, NV 89011

    (702) 963-7000

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    Dr. Bassam Al-Owir's Practice 2

    2075 E Flamingo Rd

    Las Vegas, NV 89119

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    Dr. Bassam Al-Owir's Practice 3

    4015 McLeod Dr

    Las Vegas, NV 89121

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

    Dr. Al-Owir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821046400.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Owir?

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

    What is Dr. Bassam Al-Owir's specialty?

    Dr. Al-Owir is a Critical Care Internist near Henderson, NV. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Al-Owir to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bassam Al-Owir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Al-Owir is affiliated with Henderson 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 Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care 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 Bassam Al-Owir accepting new patients in Henderson, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Bassam Al-Owir is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bassam Al-Owir offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Owir's office at (702) 963-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bassam Al-Owir?

    Please contact Dr. Al-Owir's office at (702) 963-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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