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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nakkoul, Internist in Ashland, PA?
Dr. Anwar Nakkoul, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ashland, PA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nakkoul graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nakkoul is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakkoul’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakkoul’s office at (570) 875-3665.
Where did Dr. Nakkoul go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Nakkoul board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Anwar Nakkoul, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nakkoul speak?
Dr. Nakkoul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Nakkoul treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Nakkoul 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. Nakkoul. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Nakkoul perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anwar Nakkoul may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nakkoul's office.
Does Dr. Nakkoul accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakkoul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 875-3665 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakkoul accept in Ashland, PA?
Dr. Nakkoul in Ashland, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nakkoul's office located?
What is Dr. Nakkoul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakkoul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669465381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakkoul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakkoul
What is Dr. Anwar Nakkoul's specialty?
Dr. Nakkoul is a Internist near Ashland, PA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Nakkoul to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Anwar Nakkoul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nakkoul is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Anwar Nakkoul accepting new patients in Ashland, PA?
Yes, Dr. Anwar Nakkoul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anwar Nakkoul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakkoul's office at (570) 875-3665 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anwar Nakkoul?
Please contact Dr. Nakkoul's office at (570) 875-3665 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anwar Nakkoul have?
Dr. Anwar Nakkoul is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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