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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nasef, Rheumatologist in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Sherif Nasef, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Yuma, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Nasef is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nasef’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nasef’s office at (928) 336-2434.
What languages does Dr. Nasef speak?
Dr. Nasef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nasef treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Nasef 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. Nasef. 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Antimetabolite Use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic antimetabolite therapy
- Ongoing antimetabolite treatment
- Antimetabolite drug use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79631: Long term (current) use of antimetabolite agent
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Shoulder Lesion
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injury
- Shoulder Problem
- Shoulder Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7581: Other shoulder lesions, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Nasef perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sherif Nasef may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nasef's office.
Does Dr. Nasef accept my insurance?
Dr. Nasef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 336-2434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nasef accept in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Nasef in Yuma, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nasef's office located?
What is Dr. Nasef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nasef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215939376.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nasef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nasef
What is Dr. Sherif Nasef's specialty?
Dr. Nasef is a Rheumatologist near Yuma, AZ. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Nasef to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sherif Nasef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nasef is affiliated with Yuma Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Sherif Nasef accepting new patients in Yuma, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Sherif Nasef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sherif Nasef offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nasef's office at (928) 336-2434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sherif Nasef?
Please contact Dr. Nasef's office at (928) 336-2434 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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