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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alkurdi, Hepatologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Basem Alkurdi, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alkurdi completed his residency at Atlantic City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alkurdi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alkurdi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alkurdi’s office.
Where did Dr. Alkurdi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Atlantic City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Aleppo University
Is Dr. Alkurdi board certified as a Hepatologist?
Yes, Dr. Basem Alkurdi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alkurdi speak?
Dr. Alkurdi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Alkurdi typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Alkurdi 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. Alkurdi. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Alkurdi typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Alkurdi 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. Alkurdi. 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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Alkurdi accept my insurance?
Dr. Alkurdi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alkurdi accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Alkurdi in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alkurdi's office located?
What is Dr. Alkurdi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alkurdi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477520617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alkurdi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alkurdi
What is Dr. Basem Alkurdi's specialty?
Dr. Alkurdi is a Hepatologist near Tampa, FL.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. Basem Alkurdi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alkurdi is affiliated with Tampa General 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 Basem Alkurdi accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Basem Alkurdi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basem Alkurdi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alkurdi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basem Alkurdi?
Please contact Dr. Alkurdi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Basem Alkurdi have?
Dr. Basem Alkurdi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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