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Dr. Hakam Safadi, MD

Dr. Hakam Safadi, MD

Pulmonologist

Merrillville, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Safadi, Pulmonologist in Merrillville, IN?

    Dr. Hakam Safadi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Safadi graduated from Georgia Institute Of Technology and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Annes Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Safadi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safadi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safadi’s office at (219) 769-1746.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Annes Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Med College Ohio | ST ANNES HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | Georgia Institute Of Technology | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Safadi board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hakam Safadi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Safadi speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Safadi typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Safadi 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. Safadi. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Central Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • CSA
    • Brain-Related Sleep Apnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4731: Primary central sleep apnea

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Safadi typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hakam Safadi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Safadi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Safadi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 769-1746 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Safadi accept in Merrillville, IN?

    Dr. Safadi in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Safadi's office located?

    Dr. Hakam Safadi's Primary Practice

    8909 Broadway

    Merrillville, IN 46410

    (219) 769-1746

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

    Dr. Safadi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851394134.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safadi?

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

    What is Dr. Hakam Safadi's specialty?

    Dr. Safadi is a Pulmonologist near Merrillville, IN.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Hakam Safadi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Safadi is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, St. Mary Medical Center - Hobart, In, Iu Health Arnett Hospital 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Hakam Safadi accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Hakam Safadi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hakam Safadi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Safadi's office at (219) 769-1746 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hakam Safadi?

    Please contact Dr. Safadi's office at (219) 769-1746 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Safadi's office located?

    Dr. Safadi's office is located in Merrillville, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hakam Safadi have?

    Dr. Hakam Safadi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.