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Who is Dr. Omari, Thoracic Surgeon in Lynwood, CA?
Dr. Bassam Omari, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lynwood, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Omari completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Thoracic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Francis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Omari is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Omari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Omari’s office at (562) 698-0271.
Where did Dr. Omari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Thoracic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Francis Med Ctr, General Surgery | Harbor UCLA Mc
Is Dr. Omari board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Omari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Omari speak?
Dr. Omari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Omari typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Omari 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. Omari. 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:
- 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Omari typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Omari 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. Omari. 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:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Omari accept my insurance?
Dr. Omari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 698-0271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Omari accept in Lynwood, CA?
Dr. Omari in Lynwood, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Omari's office located?
Dr. Bassam Omari's Primary Practice
3680 E Imperial Hwy Ste 502
Lynwood, CA 90262
(562) 698-0271
What is Dr. Omari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Omari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528078425.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Omari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Omari
What is Dr. Bassam Omari's specialty?
Dr. Omari is a Thoracic Surgeon near Lynwood, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Bassam Omari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Omari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. 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 Bassam Omari accepting new patients in Lynwood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Bassam Omari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassam Omari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Omari's office at (562) 698-0271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bassam Omari?
Please contact Dr. Omari's office at (562) 698-0271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bassam Omari have?
Dr. Bassam Omari is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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