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Who is Dr. El Bershawi, Pulmonologist in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. El Bershawi completed his residency at Cairo University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the MemorialCare Physician Society. Dr. El Bershawi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Bershawi’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Bershawi’s office at (951) 781-3672.
Where did Dr. El Bershawi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Kansas University Medical Center | University of New Mexico
Residency: Cairo University Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. El Bershawi board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Bershawi speak?
Dr. El Bershawi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. El Bershawi treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. El Bershawi 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 Bershawi. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
- Coughing
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. El Bershawi perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El Bershawi's office.
Does Dr. El Bershawi accept my insurance?
Dr. El Bershawi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 781-3672 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Bershawi accept in Riverside, CA?
Dr. El Bershawi in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El Bershawi's office located?
Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi's Primary Practice
4234 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 230
Riverside, CA 92505
(951) 781-3672
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. Ahmed El Bershawi an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. El Bershawi 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. El Bershawi, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
MemorialCare Physician Society
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What is Dr. El Bershawi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Bershawi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619946654.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Bershawi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Bershawi
What is Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi's specialty?
Dr. El Bershawi is a Pulmonologist near Riverside, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. El Bershawi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, El Bershawi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riverside Community Hospital, Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center, Rancho Specialty Hospital, Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ahmed El Bershawi accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Bershawi's office at (951) 781-3672 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed El Bershawi?
Please contact Dr. El Bershawi's office at (951) 781-3672 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi have?
Dr. Ahmed El Bershawi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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