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Dr. Alaa Afifi, MD

Dr. Alaa Afifi, MD

Thoracic Surgeon, Cardiologist, Surgeon

Santa Ana, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Afifi, Thoracic Surgeon in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Alaa Afifi, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Afifi graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Keesler Usaf Med Center. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. Afifi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afifi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afifi’s office at (714) 973-9903.

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

    • Residency: Keesler Usaf Med Center | Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Afifi board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alaa Afifi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Afifi speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Afifi typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Afifi 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. Afifi. 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:

    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Chest Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Thoracic Aorta
    • Weakened Thoracic Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Carotid Artery
    • Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Afifi typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Afifi 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. Afifi. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Heart bypass with vein grafts
    • Coronary revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Triple Bypass Surgery (Additional Grafts)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
    • Heart Bypass Surgery
    • Coronary Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 33519: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 3 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Vein Access for Dialysis
    • Vein-to-Vein Cannula Insertion
    • Dialysis Catheter Placement (Vein)
    • Vascular Access for Hemodialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36800: Insertion of cannula for hemodialysis, other purpose (separate procedure); vein to vein

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Heart Assist Balloon
    • Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Removal
    • Percutaneous IABP Removal
    • Heart Balloon Device Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 33968: Removal of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Open Chest Surgery with Lung Adhesion Release
    • Thoracotomy with Pneumonolysis
    • Lung Adhesion Surgery
    • Open Lung Surgery
    • Pleural Space Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 32124: Thoracotomy; with open intrapleural pneumonolysis

    Does Dr. Afifi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Afifi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 973-9903 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Afifi accept in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Afifi in Santa Ana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Afifi's office located?

    Dr. Alaa Afifi's Primary Practice

    2200 E Fruit St Ste 207

    Santa Ana, CA 92701

    (714) 973-9903

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of MemorialCare Physician Society

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

    Dr. Afifi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609802552.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afifi?

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

    What is Dr. Alaa Afifi's specialty?

    Dr. Afifi is a Thoracic Surgeon near Santa Ana, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Alaa Afifi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Afifi is affiliated with Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci Medical Center, Orange County Global Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Dr. Alaa Afifi accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alaa Afifi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alaa Afifi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Afifi's office at (714) 973-9903 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alaa Afifi?

    Please contact Dr. Afifi's office at (714) 973-9903 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Afifi's office located?

    Dr. Afifi's office is located in Santa Ana, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alaa Afifi have?

    Dr. Alaa Afifi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.