Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afifi, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Mohamed Afifi, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Afifi completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Afifi is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afifi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afifi’s office at (312) 695-9797.
Where did Dr. Afifi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic | Cleveland Clinic Hospital
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cleveland Clinic | State University of New York | SUNY Upstate Medical University Affiliated Hospitals | Upstate University Hospital - Suny
Medical School: University Of Cairo- Fac Of Med- Cairo- Egypt
Is Dr. Afifi board certified as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mohamed Afifi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Afifi speak?
Dr. Afifi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Afifi typically treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Afifi 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. Afifi. 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 here.
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Afifi typically perform?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mohamed Afifi 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. Afifi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afifi accept my insurance?
Dr. Afifi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-9797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afifi accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Afifi in Chicago, IL 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)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Afifi's office located?
Dr. Mohamed Afifi's Primary Practice
675 N Saint Clair St
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 695-9797
What is Dr. Afifi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afifi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922098524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afifi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afifi
What is Dr. Mohamed Afifi's specialty?
Dr. Afifi is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?
A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.
Is this Dr. Mohamed Afifi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afifi is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston 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
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Is Mohamed Afifi accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mohamed Afifi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohamed Afifi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afifi's office at (312) 695-9797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohamed Afifi?
Please contact Dr. Afifi's office at (312) 695-9797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mohamed Afifi have?
Dr. Mohamed Afifi is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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