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Dr. Laila Awad, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Awad, Internist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Laila Awad, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Awad completed her residency at St Luke'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Awad is fluent in English, French, German, Greek, Modern (1453-), Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awad’s office at (314) 367-5820.

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

    • Residency: St Luke'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University Of Cairo- Fac Of Med- Cairo- Egypt | Kasr Alainy / Cairo University

    Is Dr. Awad board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Laila Awad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Awad speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • German

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Awad treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Awad 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. Awad. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Impaired Glucose Tolerance
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Blood Glucose
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar
    • Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
    • Glucose Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
    • R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Urine Test Results
    • Urine and Urination
    • Unusual urine findings
    • Irregular urinalysis
    • Abnormal pee test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R8290: Unspecified abnormal findings in urine

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • HIV Screening Test
    • HIV Test
    • AIDS Test
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Awad perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laila Awad may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Awad's office.

    Does Dr. Awad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Awad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 367-5820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Awad accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Awad in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • Transamerica Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Awad's office located?

    Dr. Laila Awad's Primary Practice

    5471 Dr Martin Luther King Dr

    Saint Louis, MO 63112

    (314) 367-5820

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

    Dr. Awad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336157692.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awad?

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

    What is Dr. Laila Awad's specialty?

    Dr. Awad is a Internist near Saint Louis, MO.

    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. Awad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laila Awad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Awad is affiliated with Christian Hospital, SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis, Barnes-Jewish West County 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Laila Awad accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Laila Awad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laila Awad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Awad's office at (314) 367-5820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laila Awad?

    Please contact Dr. Awad's office at (314) 367-5820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laila Awad have?

    Dr. Laila Awad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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