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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Hitti, Nephrologist in Westlake, OH?
Dr. Wassim El-Hitti, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Westlake, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. El-Hitti graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center Program. Dr. El-Hitti is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Hitti’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Hitti’s office at (216) 228-5500.
Where did Dr. El-Hitti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center Program
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. El-Hitti speak?
Dr. El-Hitti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Hitti treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. El-Hitti 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. El-Hitti. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Swelling
- Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Which procedures does Dr. El-Hitti perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wassim El-Hitti may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El-Hitti's office.
Does Dr. El-Hitti accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Hitti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 228-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Hitti accept in Westlake, OH?
Dr. El-Hitti in Westlake, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Hitti's office located?
What is Dr. El-Hitti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Hitti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669441580.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Hitti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Hitti
What is Dr. Wassim El-Hitti's specialty?
Dr. El-Hitti is a Nephrologist near Westlake, OH. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. El-Hitti to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wassim El-Hitti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Hitti is affiliated with Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Wassim El-Hitti accepting new patients in Westlake, OH?
Yes, Dr. Wassim El-Hitti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wassim El-Hitti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Hitti's office at (216) 228-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wassim El-Hitti?
Please contact Dr. El-Hitti's office at (216) 228-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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