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Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao, MD

Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Anesthesiologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alao, Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alao completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; University Hosp, Inc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Alao is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alao’s office.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; University Hosp, Inc, Anesthesiology | Emory University School Of Med

    • Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria

    Is Dr. Alao board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Alao speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Alao typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alao 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. Alao. 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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Alao typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alao accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Alao in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alao's office located?

    Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao's Primary Practice

    3401 N Broad St Fl 3

    Philadelphia, PA 19140

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    Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao's Practice 2

    333 Cottman Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19111

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    What hospitals are Dr. Alao affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Alao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Temple Women & Families,Philadelphia, PA

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

    Dr. Alao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053309963.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alao?

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

    What is Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao's specialty?

    Dr. Alao is an Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    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 Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alao is affiliated with Temple University 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 Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alao's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao?

    Please contact Dr. Alao's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alao's office located?

    Dr. Alao's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao have?

    Dr. Kamar-Deen Alao is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.