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28 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Salti, Internist in Ames, IA?
Dr. Firas Salti, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Salti graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Salti is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salti’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salti’s office at (515) 239-4400.
Where did Dr. Salti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Hennepin Co Med Center | Hennepin County Medical Center 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. Salti board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Firas Salti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salti speak?
Dr. Salti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Salti typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Salti 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. Salti. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
- I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Salti typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Salti performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Salti. 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:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
Also known as:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
Does Dr. Salti accept my insurance?
Dr. Salti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salti accept in Ames, IA?
Dr. Salti in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Salti's office located?
What is Dr. Salti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285615666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salti
What is Dr. Firas Salti's specialty?
Dr. Salti is a Internist near Ames, IA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Firas Salti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Salti is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Firas Salti accepting new patients in Ames, IA?
Yes, Dr. Firas Salti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firas Salti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salti's office at (515) 239-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firas Salti?
Please contact Dr. Salti's office at (515) 239-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Firas Salti have?
Dr. Firas Salti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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