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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altabbaa, Internist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Altabbaa graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Miami Valley Hospital. Dr. Altabbaa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altabbaa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altabbaa’s office at (901) 476-2621.
Where did Dr. Altabbaa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Miami Valley Hospital | Wright State University Program
Medical School: University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Altabbaa board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altabbaa speak?
Dr. Altabbaa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Altabbaa typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Altabbaa 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. Altabbaa. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Altabbaa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Altabbaa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altabbaa accept my insurance?
Dr. Altabbaa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 476-2621 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altabbaa accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Altabbaa in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Altabbaa's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa's Primary Practice
3960 New Covington Pike
Memphis, TN 38128
(901) 476-2621
What is Dr. Altabbaa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altabbaa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952350233.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altabbaa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altabbaa
What is Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa's specialty?
Dr. Altabbaa is a Internist near Memphis, TN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altabbaa is affiliated with Methodist University 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 Ahmad Altabbaa accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altabbaa's office at (901) 476-2621 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Altabbaa?
Please contact Dr. Altabbaa's office at (901) 476-2621 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa have?
Dr. Ahmad Altabbaa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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