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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sidarous, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Gamal Sidarous, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Sidarous graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Sidarous is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sidarous’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sidarous’s office at (480) 394-4480.
Where did Dr. Sidarous go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Sidarous board certified as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gamal Sidarous, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sidarous speak?
Dr. Sidarous and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Sidarous treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sidarous 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. Sidarous. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
What procedures does Dr. Sidarous perform?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sidarous 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. Sidarous. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Sidarous accept my insurance?
Dr. Sidarous accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 394-4480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sidarous accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Sidarous in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Motor Club of America
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sidarous' office located?
What is Dr. Sidarous's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sidarous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699731802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sidarous?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sidarous
What is Dr. Gamal Sidarous's specialty?
Dr. Sidarous is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Phoenix, AZ. Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones. Contact Dr. Sidarous to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gamal Sidarous affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sidarous is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Valleywise Health Medical Center, Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Banner Estrella Medical Center, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn 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 Gamal Sidarous accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Gamal Sidarous is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gamal Sidarous offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sidarous's office at (480) 394-4480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gamal Sidarous?
Please contact Dr. Sidarous's office at (480) 394-4480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gamal Sidarous have?
Dr. Gamal Sidarous is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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