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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elakkad, Diagnostic Radiologist in Temecula, CA?
Dr. Samih Elakkad, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Temecula, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elakkad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elakkad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elakkad’s office at (951) 331-2200.
What languages does Dr. Elakkad speak?
Dr. Elakkad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Elakkad typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Elakkad 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. Elakkad. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Medical Check After Other Accident
- Post-injury medical exam
- Accident injury evaluation
- General accident checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Elakkad typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samih Elakkad may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Elakkad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elakkad accept my insurance?
Dr. Elakkad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 331-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elakkad accept in Temecula, CA?
Dr. Elakkad in Temecula, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elakkad's office located?
Dr. Samih Elakkad's Primary Practice
31700 Temecula Pkwy
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 331-2200
What is Dr. Elakkad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elakkad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134566235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elakkad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elakkad
What is Dr. Samih Elakkad's specialty?
Dr. Elakkad is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Temecula, CA.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Samih Elakkad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elakkad is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center 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 Samih Elakkad accepting new patients in Temecula, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samih Elakkad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samih Elakkad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elakkad's office at (951) 331-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samih Elakkad?
Please contact Dr. Elakkad's office at (951) 331-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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