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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elbackush, Anesthesiologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Mahmud Elbackush, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Elbackush is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elbackush’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elbackush’s office at (301) 896-3931.
Is Dr. Elbackush board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mahmud Elbackush, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Elbackush speak?
Dr. Elbackush and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Elbackush typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Elbackush 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. Elbackush. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Elbackush typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Elbackush 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. Elbackush. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Elbackush accept my insurance?
Dr. Elbackush accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 896-3931 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elbackush accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Elbackush in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Elbackush's office located?
Dr. Mahmud Elbackush's Primary Practice
8600 Old Georgetown Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 896-3931
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Mahmud Elbackush an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Elbackush has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Elbackush, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Elbackush's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elbackush's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023086782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elbackush?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elbackush
What is Dr. Mahmud Elbackush's specialty?
Dr. Elbackush is a Anesthesiologist near Bethesda, MD.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Mahmud Elbackush affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elbackush is affiliated with Suburban 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 Mahmud Elbackush accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Mahmud Elbackush is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahmud Elbackush offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elbackush's office at (301) 896-3931 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahmud Elbackush?
Please contact Dr. Elbackush's office at (301) 896-3931 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mahmud Elbackush have?
Dr. Mahmud Elbackush is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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