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About Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf
Background and practice information
Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf is an internal medicine physician with over 15 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Poway, CA area. He completed his medical training at Other and has been in practice since 2011. He currently practices at Palomar Hospitalist Medical Group Inc.
Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with high cholesterol, bacterial infections.
Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf has received a strong quality rating of 85.7 out of 100 from Medicare's quality assessment program, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based care. Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, and 3 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
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6 locations
Palomar Hospitalist Medical Group Inc
Primary15615 Pomerado Rd
Poway, CA 92064
(310) 379-2134
Regents Of The University Of California
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(858) 657-7000
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Palomar Hospitalist Medical Group Inc
2185 Citracado Pkwy
Escondido, CA 92029
(310) 379-2134
East Campus Hospitalist Medical Group Inc
6655 Alvarado Rd
San Diego, CA 92120
(310) 698-5452
Focus On Health Inc
7901 Frost St
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 939-3400
Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation
7901 Frost St
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 939-3400
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf
Services & Procedures
Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf's clinical practice encompasses hospital care.
Hospital Care
898 servicesDr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including hospital admission and daily hospital rounds and hospital discharge. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 86% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf's treatment approach includes prescribing Atorvastatin Calcium, Cephalexin for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating high cholesterol, bacterial infections.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf accepts 30 plans from 6 insurers, including Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield of California.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance and patient safety measures
High Performing
CMS Quality Score · Out of 100
Dr. Al Shawwaf received a quality score of 85.7 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which evaluates internal medicine physicians on clinical quality, patient safety, and use of health information technology. A score above 75 is considered high-performing by CMS standards. This score reflects Dr. Al Shawwaf's commitment to maintaining strong standards of care for patients in Poway, CA.
Cost Efficiency
51.3/100Evaluates how efficiently healthcare resources are used while maintaining quality
Care Improvement
40.0/40Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement
Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $22 in payments to Dr. Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf in 2024, primarily from DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. for food and beverage. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
Top Paying Companies
Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About Internal Medicine
Specialty overview and common conditions
An internal medicine physician (internist) is a medical doctor who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults. Internists are trained to manage complex, chronic, and multi-system illnesses, often serving as primary care doctors for adults or as consultants to other...
Common conditions treated by internal medicine specialists:
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
- Coronary Artery Disease (Heart Disease)
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ahmed M. Al Shawwaf
Does Dr. Al Shawwaf accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Al Shawwaf accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Al Shawwaf and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Al Shawwaf accept?
Dr. Al Shawwaf is in-network with 6 insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, Medicare, Molina Healthcare, and 1 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Al Shawwaf's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Al Shawwaf offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Al Shawwaf does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other internal medicine providers in Poway who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Al Shawwaf treat?
As a internal medicine specialist, Dr. Al Shawwaf commonly treats conditions including type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension (high blood pressure), hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), coronary artery disease (heart disease), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd), and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Al Shawwaf commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Al Shawwaf commonly prescribes medications including Atorvastatin Calcium, Cephalexin. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Al Shawwaf during their consultation.
What is Dr. Al Shawwaf's quality rating?
Dr. Al Shawwaf has received a strong quality score of 85.7 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.
Where did Dr. Al Shawwaf go to medical school?
Dr. Al Shawwaf completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 2011, bringing over 15 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Al Shawwaf's office located?
Dr. Al Shawwaf practices at 15615 POMERADO RD, Poway, CA 92064 at PALOMAR HOSPITALIST MEDICAL GROUP INC. You can reach the office by calling (310) 379-2134.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Al Shawwaf?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Al Shawwaf, call the office at (310) 379-2134. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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