33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al-Hashmi, Internist in Hugoton, KS?
Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hugoton, KS. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Al-Hashmi graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program. Dr. Al-Hashmi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Hashmi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Hashmi’s office at (620) 544-8563.
Where did Dr. Al-Hashmi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Al-Hashmi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Al-Hashmi speak?
Dr. Al-Hashmi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Al-Hashmi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Al-Hashmi 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. Al-Hashmi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Al-Hashmi typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Al-Hashmi 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. Al-Hashmi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Stress Test
- Respiratory Flow Volume Loop Test
- Maximum Breathing Capacity Test
- Lung Function Tests
- Lung Stress Test
- 6-Minute Walk Test
- Breathing Stress Test
- Flow-volume loop
- Pulmonary function test
- Spirometry with flow-volume loop
- Maximal voluntary ventilation test
- Lung capacity test
- Breathing strength test
CPT Codes:
- 94618: Pulmonary stress testing (eg, 6-minute walk test), including measurement of heart rate, oximetry, and oxygen titration, when performed
- 94375: Respiratory flow volume loop
- 94200: Maximum breathing capacity, maximal voluntary ventilation
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Indwelling bladder catheter placement
- Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Al-Hashmi accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Hashmi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (620) 544-8563 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Hashmi accept in Hugoton, KS?
Dr. Al-Hashmi in Hugoton, KS 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 Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Al-Hashmi's office located?
What is Dr. Al-Hashmi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Hashmi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013941038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Hashmi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Hashmi
What is Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi's specialty?
Dr. Al-Hashmi is a Internist near Hugoton, KS.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Hashmi is affiliated with Southwest Medical Center, Wesley Medical Center 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 Samer Al-Hashmi accepting new patients in Hugoton, KS?
Yes, Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Hashmi's office at (620) 544-8563 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samer Al-Hashmi?
Please contact Dr. Al-Hashmi's office at (620) 544-8563 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi have?
Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Stevens County Medical Clinic
1006 S Jackson St
Hugoton, KS 67951