53 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gharib, Endocrinologist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Hossein Gharib, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Gharib graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic Rochester. Dr. Gharib is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gharib’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gharib’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Gharib go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Clinic Rochester
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Gharib board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Hossein Gharib, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gharib speak?
Dr. Gharib and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Gharib typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Gharib 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. Gharib. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Gharib typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Gharib 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. Gharib. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Gharib accept my insurance?
Dr. Gharib accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gharib accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Gharib in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Highmark Health
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Gharib's office located?
What is Dr. Gharib's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gharib's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265419501.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gharib?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gharib
What is Dr. Hossein Gharib's specialty?
Dr. Gharib is a Endocrinologist near Rochester, MN.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Hossein Gharib affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gharib is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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
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Is Hossein Gharib accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Hossein Gharib is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hossein Gharib offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gharib's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hossein Gharib?
Please contact Dr. Gharib's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hossein Gharib have?
Dr. Hossein Gharib is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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