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Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Professional interests include: fistula, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), liver mass, and more.

5115 80th Street
Lubbock, TX 79424

(806) 788-4368

Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX specializing in adult gastroenterology. Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD is affiliated with Providence and Covenant Health Partners Affiliated.

Office Locations

5115 80th Street
Lubbock, TX 79424

(806) 788-4368

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Some issues Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Anorexia

Anorexia nervosa, commonly referred to as anorexia, is a disorder where people severely restrict the types and quantity of food they eat. People with anorexia have an extreme fear of eating and gaining weight, and may perceive weight loss as a way to achieve happiness. They may repeatedly weigh themselves or engage in harmful behaviors such as excessive exercise or starvation. Those with anorexia often find themselves preoccupied with food, but unable to consume a normal amount of it, resulting in symptoms such as:

-Abnormally low BMI (body mass index)

-Vitamin deficiency

-Fatigue

-Fainting

-Amenorrhea (lack of menstruation in women)

-Emaciation

-Poor wound healing

-Anemia

-Irregular heart rhythms

Anorexia may also cause bluish discoloration of the hands, brittle and falling out hair, yellowish skin, and lanugo (fine, downy hair). These physical symptoms are frequently accompanied by altered behaviors and emotions. Those with anorexia may feel compelled to hide their weight and actions from others. For example, someone with anorexia may wear oversized or baggy clothing to conceal weight loss or may deny hunger or lie about the amount of food that he or she consumes. Some people with anorexia may withdraw from social activities and may experience irritability and depression.

People of all ages, genders, and races may be diagnosed with anorexia; however, the condition affects more women than men. There is no single known cause for anorexia, but biological, psychological, and environmental factors may play a role. Athletes who participate in certain sports that emphasize body shape and size (such as ballet, figure skating, and wrestling) may be more likely to develop anorexia.

Anorexia has two subtypes that are referred to as the restrictive type and binge-purge type.

Restrictive type is the more frequently represented form of anorexia, involving the extreme restriction of food. Binge-purge type anorexia is food restriction accompanied by episodes of binging (eating large quantities of food) and purging (vomiting). Binge-purge type anorexia differs from bulimia as people with this type of anorexia severely limit calories and purge most of what they eat and are generally underweight, while those with bulimia are in a normal weight range. Left untreated, both types of anorexia have severe and life-threatening effects on health. Anorexia can lead to heart failure and even death.

Many people do not consciously develop anorexia, and have difficulty seeking treatment. For this reason, early detection and treatment helps with long-term recovery outcomes. Treatment for anorexia can vary from therapy visits to inpatient treatment, depending on the severity of a person's anorexia. Severe anorexia is typically treated in inpatient rehabilitation facilities, where patients increase their food consumption and gain weight under medical supervision. Eating disorder specialists provide therapy sessions and oversee a physical and mental treatment plan. Outpatient programs help patients return to a healthy weight through frequent talk therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions, specialized nutrition plans, and eating disorder support groups. Anorexia treatment aims to not only restore physical health and correct negative behaviors, but to also promote psychological well-being and self-confidence.

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

EGD with biopsy

EGD with esophageal dilation

EGD with lesion removal

esophageal balloon dilation

esophageal dilation

gastrointestinal biopsy

gastrointestinal procedures

minimally invasive procedures

removal of lesion

By Affordability:

colonoscopy with hemorrhoid banding

diagnostic fecal occult blood test

diagnostic stool guaiac test

fecal occult blood test

lab tests

stool guaiac test

stool tests

In 2024, among providers in related specialties within Texas, Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD performed more EGD with biopsy, EGD with esophageal dilation, EGD with lesion removal, esophageal balloon dilation, esophageal dilation, gastrointestinal biopsy, gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, and removal of lesion (e.g. growth) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for colonoscopy with hemorrhoid banding, diagnostic fecal occult blood test (FOBT), diagnostic stool guaiac test (gFOBT), fecal occult blood test (FOBT), lab tests, stool guaiac test (gFOBT), and stool tests that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Volume:

stool tests

In 2024, Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD performed more stool tests procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Texas.

Top 25%

By Volume:

abdominal ultrasound

colonoscopy

colonoscopy with biopsy

In 2012, Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD performed more abdominal ultrasound, colonoscopy, and colonoscopy with biopsy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Texas.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2012 were inpatient care, hospital care, gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	35
balloon dilation	32
catheterization	35
diagnostic procedures	635
doctor visit	1099
esophageal dilation	83
gastrointestinal procedures	940
hospital care	1961
injections	16
inpatient care	1961
minimally invasive procedures	940
nursing home care	12
preventive care	117
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	635

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	43
balloon dilation	22
catheterization	43
diagnostic procedures	545
doctor visit	1027
esophageal dilation	84
gastrointestinal procedures	825
hospital care	1808
inpatient care	1808
minimally invasive procedures	825
preventive care	82
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	545

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	442
Female	584

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	723
Black	50
Hispanic	241
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	389
From 75 to 84	321
85 and over	152
Less than 65	164

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	70
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	48
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	42
Dementia	16
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	37
catheterization	37
diagnostic procedures	601
doctor visit	1178
esophageal dilation	91
gastrointestinal procedures	848
hospital care	1586
injections	12
inpatient care	1586
minimally invasive procedures	848
preventive care	104
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	601

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	453
Female	549

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	693
Black	42
Hispanic	248
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	398
From 75 to 84	308
85 and over	131
Less than 65	165

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	69
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	47
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	45
Dementia	17
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2015 were inpatient care, hospital care, gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	17
anastomosis	55
catheterization	55
diagnostic procedures	635
doctor visit	1187
esophageal dilation	137
gastrointestinal procedures	872
hospital care	1709
injections	12
inpatient care	1709
minimally invasive procedures	872
preventive care	72
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	635
ultrasound (sonogram)	17

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1008
Female	1220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1570
Black	108
Hispanic	518
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	872
From 75 to 84	684
85 and over	292
Less than 65	380

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	65
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	43
Dementia	18
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2016 were inpatient care, hospital care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	22
anastomosis	61
catheterization	61
diagnostic procedures	713
doctor visit	1134
esophageal dilation	161
gastrointestinal procedures	969
hospital care	1809
injections	11
inpatient care	1809
liver imaging	36
minimally invasive procedures	980
nursing home care	12
preventive care	106
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	713
ultrasound (sonogram)	58

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	513
Female	659

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	828
Black	53
Hispanic	270
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	449
From 75 to 84	363
85 and over	161
Less than 65	199

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	64
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	34
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	46
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	43
Dementia	19
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2017 were inpatient care, hospital care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	27
anastomosis	44
catheterization	44
diagnostic procedures	592
doctor visit	1061
esophageal dilation	132
gastrointestinal procedures	798
hospital care	1670
inpatient care	1670
liver imaging	23
minimally invasive procedures	848
nursing home care	38
preventive care	83
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	592
ultrasound (sonogram)	50

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	496
Female	645

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	776
Black	54
Hispanic	290
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	431
From 75 to 84	349
85 and over	160
Less than 65	201

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	61
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	43
Dementia	19
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, inpatient care, hospital care and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	27
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	56
catheterization	27
chemotherapy	56
diagnostic procedures	633
doctor visit	1035
esophageal dilation	145
gastrointestinal procedures	842
hospital care	912
inpatient care	912
liver imaging	60
minimally invasive procedures	1029
preventive care	99
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	633
ultrasound (sonogram)	60

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	446
Female	564

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	696
Black	44
Hispanic	253
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	414
From 75 to 84	316
85 and over	125
Less than 65	155

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	60
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	42
Dementia	17
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	33
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	117
catheterization	33
chemotherapy	117
diagnostic procedures	715
doctor visit	979
esophageal dilation	165
gastrointestinal procedures	930
hospital care	530
inpatient care	530
liver imaging	67
minimally invasive procedures	1149
preventive care	118
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	715
ultrasound (sonogram)	67

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	428
Female	570

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	691
Black	41
Hispanic	247
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	455
From 75 to 84	283
85 and over	113
Less than 65	147

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	59
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	39
Dementia	15
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	20
balloon dilation	11
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	170
catheterization	20
chemotherapy	170
diagnostic procedures	533
doctor visit	581
esophageal dilation	131
gastrointestinal procedures	714
hospital care	451
injections	29
inpatient care	451
lab tests	487
liver imaging	58
minimally invasive procedures	1047
preventive care	38
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	533
ultrasound (sonogram)	58

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	357
Female	467

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	586
Black	33
Hispanic	192
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	367
From 75 to 84	220
85 and over	88
Less than 65	149

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	38
Dementia	15
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2021 were lab tests, minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	39
anastomosis	17
balloon dilation	76
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	164
catheterization	17
chemotherapy	164
diagnostic procedures	517
doctor visit	483
esophageal dilation	105
gastrointestinal procedures	697
hospital care	391
injections	12
inpatient care	391
lab tests	1152
liver imaging	40
minimally invasive procedures	1127
preventive care	39
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	517
ultrasound (sonogram)	79

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	354
Female	460

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	606
Black	26
Hispanic	167
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	393
From 75 to 84	238
85 and over	80
Less than 65	103

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	33
Dementia	15
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	32
balloon dilation	79
diagnostic procedures	413
doctor visit	515
esophageal dilation	97
gastrointestinal procedures	552
hospital care	334
inpatient care	334
lab tests	122
liver imaging	26
manometry	11
minimally invasive procedures	973
preventive care	53
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	413
ultrasound (sonogram)	58

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	411
Female	550

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	747
Black	24
Hispanic	161
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	437
From 75 to 84	299
85 and over	128
Less than 65	97

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2023 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	63
balloon dilation	100
diagnostic procedures	507
doctor visit	927
esophageal dilation	100
gastrointestinal procedures	758
hospital care	223
injections	14
inpatient care	223
lab tests	75
minimally invasive procedures	1048
preventive care	49
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	507
ultrasound (sonogram)	63

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	346
Female	475

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	637
Black	19
Hispanic	141
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	425
From 75 to 84	258
85 and over	74
Less than 65	64

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	33
Dementia	6
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX during 2024 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	136
balloon dilation	108
diagnostic procedures	502
doctor visit	1438
esophageal dilation	108
gastrointestinal procedures	727
hospital care	157
injections	17
inpatient care	157
lab tests	51
minimally invasive procedures	1076
pelvic imaging	55
preventive care	38
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	502
ultrasound (sonogram)	136
vascular procedures	55

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Male	396
Female	557

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	759
Black	0
Hispanic	159
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	483
From 75 to 84	305
85 and over	93
Less than 65	72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD in 2024

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX were inpatient care, hospital care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

abdominal imaging	48
anastomosis	37
balloon dilation	61
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	126
catheterization	37
chemotherapy	126
diagnostic procedures	580
doctor visit	972
esophageal dilation	118
gastrointestinal procedures	805
hospital care	1041
injections	15
inpatient care	1041
lab tests	377
liver imaging	44
manometry	11
minimally invasive procedures	981
nursing home care	20
pelvic imaging	55
preventive care	76
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	580
ultrasound (sonogram)	64
vascular procedures	55

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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD.

**Gender**
Female	561
Male	434

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	38
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	716
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	222
Other	1

**Age**
85 and over	122
75 to 84	303
Less than 65	145
65 to 74	424

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	35
Atrial Fibrillation	15
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

Education & Training

He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Texas.

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

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Insurance Information

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Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna Medicare, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, Covenant Health Advantage, BCBS NM Centennial Care, Scott and White Health Covenant Preferred, Firstcare Self-Funded, Aetna West Texas Preferred, FirstCare Commercial HMO PPO Exchange, Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Premier, Aetna Choice POS II Covenant Employees, Scott and White Health Plan HMO PPO Exchange and Baylor Scott and White Health Plan HMO PPO Exchange.

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According to our sources, Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO

Aetna Medicare

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Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

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BlueCross BlueShield of Texas

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BCBS NM Centennial Care

Scott and White Health Covenant Preferred

Firstcare Self-Funded

Aetna West Texas Preferred

FirstCare Commercial HMO PPO Exchange

Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Premier

Aetna Choice POS II Covenant Employees

Scott and White Health Plan HMO PPO Exchange

Baylor Scott and White Health Plan HMO PPO Exchange

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.38 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Lubbock, TX.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie Inc.	$3,061 Creon $698	LINZESS $666	Rinvoq $500	Skyrizi $469	Mavyret $345	Other $383
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$2,189 ENTYVIO $1,439	GATTEX $375	MOTEGRITY $147	Dexilant $76	AMITIZA $38	Other $114
AbbVie, Inc.	$1,671 Humira $478	Duopa $441	Creon $284	Viekira $251	Lupron $98	Other $119
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$1,503 STELARA $922	REMICADE $366	SIMPONI ARIA $143	Tremfya $36	SIMPONI $35
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.	$811 Injectafer $773	MOVANTIK $38
Other	$8,577 Cimzia $630	ZENPEP $610	XIFAXAN $381	SUCRAID $373	Ocaliva $355	Other $6,228

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$17,074
Travel and Lodging	$521
Education	$217

Research Payments

Dr. Houssam Al Kharrat, MD has received 345 research payments totaling $969,014.

Biography

Dr. Houssam Kharrat is an adult gastroenterology specialist. Dr. Kharrat's clinical interests include achalasia, gastroparesis, and cirrhosis. Patient ratings for Dr. Kharrat average 4.5 stars (out of 5). He seems to be an in-network provider for Amerigroup, Blue California, and Aetna, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Kharrat is affiliated with Providence. He welcomes new patients at his office inLubbock, TX as reported by Providence.

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