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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fakir, Nuclear Radiologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Sami Fakir, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fakir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fakir’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fakir’s office at (419) 251-4340.
What languages does Dr. Fakir speak?
Dr. Fakir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Fakir typically treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Fakir 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. Fakir. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Chest Injury
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic Injury
- Chest Trauma
- Rib Cage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Fakir typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sami Fakir may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Fakir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fakir accept my insurance?
Dr. Fakir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 251-4340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fakir accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Fakir in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fakir's office located?
What is Dr. Fakir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fakir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538130265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fakir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fakir
What is Dr. Sami Fakir's specialty?
Dr. Fakir is a Nuclear Radiologist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. Sami Fakir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fakir is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran 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
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Is Sami Fakir accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Sami Fakir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sami Fakir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fakir's office at (419) 251-4340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sami Fakir?
Please contact Dr. Fakir's office at (419) 251-4340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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