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Dr. Nabil Azar, MD

Dr. Nabil Azar, MD

Hospitalist

Gulfport, MS

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Azar, Hospitalist in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Nabil Azar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Azar graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Lankenau Hosp, Internal Medicine; Frankford Hosp-Torresdale, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Azar is fluent in English, Arabic, Creoles and pidgins, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azar’s office at (228) 575-1400.

    Where did Dr. Azar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lankenau Hosp, Internal Medicine; Frankford Hosp-Torresdale, Flexible Or Transitional Year | PCOM/Lankenau Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Azar board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Nabil Azar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Azar speak?

    Dr. Azar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • Creoles and pidgins
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Azar typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Azar 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. Azar. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • 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

    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:

    • 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:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Azar typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nabil Azar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Azar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Azar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Azar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 575-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Azar accept in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Azar in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Azar's office located?

    Dr. Nabil Azar's Primary Practice

    1340 Broad Ave Ste 310

    Gulfport, MS 39501

    (228) 575-1400

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    Dr. Nabil Azar's Practice 2

    12261 Highway 49 Ste 1

    Gulfport, MS 39503

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    Dr. Nabil Azar's Practice 3

    4500 13th St

    Gulfport, MS 39501

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

    Dr. Azar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033159140.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azar?

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

    What is Dr. Nabil Azar's specialty?

    Dr. Azar is a Hospitalist near Gulfport, MS.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Nabil Azar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Azar is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nabil Azar accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Nabil Azar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nabil Azar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (228) 575-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nabil Azar?

    Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (228) 575-1400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Azar's office located?

    Dr. Azar's office is located in Gulfport, MS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nabil Azar have?

    Dr. Nabil Azar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.