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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hassan, Family Medicine Specialist in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Basil Hassan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Hassan completed his residency at Mercy Med Center. Dr. Hassan is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hassan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hassan’s office at (515) 471-1800.
Where did Dr. Hassan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Med Center
Is Dr. Hassan board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Basil Hassan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hassan speak?
Dr. Hassan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Hassan treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hassan 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. Hassan. 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:
- Sarcopenia
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Age-related muscle loss
- Muscle weakness in older adults
- Progressive muscle loss
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6284: Sarcopenia
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Which procedures does Dr. Hassan perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Basil Hassan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hassan's office.
Does Dr. Hassan accept my insurance?
Dr. Hassan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 471-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hassan accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Hassan in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Hassan's office located?
Dr. Basil Hassan's Primary Practice
230 S 68th St Ste 1203
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 471-1800
What is Dr. Hassan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hassan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932180437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hassan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hassan
What is Dr. Basil Hassan's specialty?
Dr. Hassan is a Family Medicine Specialist near West Des Moines, IA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Hassan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Basil Hassan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hassan is affiliated with MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center 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 Basil Hassan accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Basil Hassan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basil Hassan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hassan's office at (515) 471-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basil Hassan?
Please contact Dr. Hassan's office at (515) 471-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Basil Hassan have?
Dr. Basil Hassan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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