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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hakim, Internist in Garden Grove, CA?
Dr. Asaad Hakim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Garden Grove, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Hakim graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hakim is fluent in English, Arabic, and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hakim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hakim’s office at (714) 537-7800.
Where did Dr. Hakim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Hakim board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Asaad Hakim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hakim speak?
Dr. Hakim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hakim typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hakim 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. Hakim. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hakim typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hakim 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. Hakim. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Hakim accept my insurance?
Dr. Hakim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 537-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hakim accept in Garden Grove, CA?
Dr. Hakim in Garden Grove, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthSmart
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hakim's office located?
Dr. Asaad Hakim's Primary Practice
12665 Garden Grove Blvd Ste 502
Garden Grove, CA 92843
(714) 537-7800
What is Dr. Hakim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hakim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477504082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hakim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hakim
What is Dr. Asaad Hakim's specialty?
Dr. Hakim is a Internist near Garden Grove, CA.
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. Asaad Hakim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hakim is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Garden Grove Hospital & Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Asaad Hakim accepting new patients in Garden Grove, CA?
Yes, Dr. Asaad Hakim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asaad Hakim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hakim's office at (714) 537-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asaad Hakim?
Please contact Dr. Hakim's office at (714) 537-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Asaad Hakim have?
Dr. Asaad Hakim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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