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Dr. Ammar Kafa, MD

Bullhead City, AZ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kafa, Family Medicine Specialist in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Dr. Ammar Kafa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bullhead City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kafa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kafa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kafa’s office at (315) 769-4704.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria

    Is Dr. Kafa board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ammar Kafa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kafa speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kafa treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kafa 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. Kafa. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack
    • STEMI Myocardial Infarction
    • Acute MI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
    • I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Sodium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Which procedures does Dr. Kafa perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ammar Kafa may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kafa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kafa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 769-4704 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kafa accept in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Dr. Kafa in Bullhead City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AgeWell

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Easy Choice Health Plan

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kafa's office located?

    Dr. Ammar Kafa's Primary Practice

    2735 Silver Creek Rd

    Bullhead City, AZ 86442

    (315) 769-4704

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    Dr. Ammar Kafa's Practice 2

    1 Hospital Dr

    Massena, NY 13662

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    Dr. Ammar Kafa's Practice 3

    181 Maple St

    Massena, NY 13662

    (315) 769-4704

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

    Dr. Kafa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770553737.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kafa?

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

    What is Dr. Ammar Kafa's specialty?

    Dr. Kafa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bullhead City, AZ. 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. Kafa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ammar Kafa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kafa is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Havasu Regional Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Desert Medical Center, Summit Healthcare Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Ammar Kafa accepting new patients in Bullhead City, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Ammar Kafa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ammar Kafa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kafa's office at (315) 769-4704 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ammar Kafa?

    Please contact Dr. Kafa's office at (315) 769-4704 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ammar Kafa have?

    Dr. Ammar Kafa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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