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Dr. Hassan Tahhan, MD

Clinical Pathologist, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Norfolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tahhan, Clinical Pathologist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Hassan Tahhan, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tahhan graduated from UniversitÈ Saint-Joseph FacultÈ de MÈdecine, completed his residency at Hartford Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology, and is currently affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Path Dept. Dr. Tahhan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tahhan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tahhan’s office at (757) 388-3221.

    Where did Dr. Tahhan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hartford Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: Saint Josephs University | UniversitÈ Saint-Joseph FacultÈ de MÈdecine

    Is Dr. Tahhan board certified as a Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hassan Tahhan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Tahhan speak?

    Dr. Tahhan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Tahhan typically treat?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Tahhan 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. Tahhan. 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:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle cell anemia without crisis
    • Chronic sickle cell disease
    • Stable sickle cell

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Other Red Blood Cell Abnormality
    • Blood
    • RBC Disorders
    • Atypical Red Blood Cells
    • Blood Cell Irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R718: Other abnormality of red blood cells

    What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Tahhan typically perform?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hassan Tahhan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tahhan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tahhan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tahhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 388-3221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tahhan accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Tahhan in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tahhan's office located?

    Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Path Dept

    600 Gresham Dr

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (757) 388-3221

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    Dr. Hassan Tahhan's Practice 2

    1144 N Road St

    Elizabeth City, NC 27909

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    What is Dr. Tahhan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tahhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770541229.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tahhan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tahhan

    What is Dr. Hassan Tahhan's specialty?

    Dr. Tahhan is a Clinical Pathologist near Norfolk, VA.

    What does a Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Hassan Tahhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tahhan is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital 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

    When to see a Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Hassan Tahhan accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Hassan Tahhan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hassan Tahhan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tahhan's office at (757) 388-3221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hassan Tahhan?

    Please contact Dr. Tahhan's office at (757) 388-3221 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tahhan's office located?

    Dr. Tahhan's offices are located in Norfolk, VA and Elizabeth City, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hassan Tahhan have?

    Dr. Hassan Tahhan is certified by the American Board of Pathology.