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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al Sammarrai, Nephrologist in Waldorf, MD?
Dr. Firas Al Sammarrai is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Waldorf, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Al Sammarrai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al Sammarrai’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al Sammarrai’s office at (301) 373-7900.
What languages does Dr. Al Sammarrai speak?
Dr. Al Sammarrai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Al Sammarrai treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Al Sammarrai 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 Sammarrai. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Al Sammarrai perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Firas Al Sammarrai may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Al Sammarrai's office.
Does Dr. Al Sammarrai accept my insurance?
Dr. Al Sammarrai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 373-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al Sammarrai accept in Waldorf, MD?
Dr. Al Sammarrai in Waldorf, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Al Sammarrai's office located?
Dr. Firas Al Sammarrai's Primary Practice
10 Saint Patricks Dr
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 373-7900
What is Dr. Al Sammarrai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al Sammarrai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033529557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al Sammarrai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al Sammarrai
What is Dr. Firas Al Sammarrai's specialty?
Dr. Al Sammarrai is a Nephrologist near Waldorf, MD. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Al Sammarrai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Firas Al Sammarrai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al Sammarrai is affiliated with Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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 Firas Al Sammarrai accepting new patients in Waldorf, MD?
Yes, Dr. Firas Al Sammarrai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firas Al Sammarrai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al Sammarrai's office at (301) 373-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firas Al Sammarrai?
Please contact Dr. Al Sammarrai's office at (301) 373-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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