42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farag, Anesthesiologist in Rockford, IL?
Dr. Sammy Farag, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Farag is currently affiliated with Swedishamerican Hospital. Dr. Farag is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farag’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farag’s office at (815) 877-4848.
What languages does Dr. Farag speak?
Dr. Farag and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Farag typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Farag 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. Farag. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Farag typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sammy Farag may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Farag's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Farag accept my insurance?
Dr. Farag accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 877-4848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farag accept in Rockford, IL?
Dr. Farag in Rockford, IL 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Group 1001
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Quartz Health Solutions
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farag's office located?
What is Dr. Farag's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851328280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farag?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farag
What is Dr. Sammy Farag's specialty?
Dr. Farag is a Anesthesiologist near Rockford, IL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Sammy Farag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farag is affiliated with Uw Health Swedishamerican Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sammy Farag accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sammy Farag is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sammy Farag offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farag's office at (815) 877-4848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sammy Farag?
Please contact Dr. Farag's office at (815) 877-4848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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