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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ali-Ahmad, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Hussein Ali-Ahmad, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Lansing, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Ali-Ahmad is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ali-Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ali-Ahmad’s office at (517) 364-2890.
Where did Dr. Ali-Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Lebanese University School of Med, Fac of Med Sciences, Beirut, Lebanon
What languages does Dr. Ali-Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ali-Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ali-Ahmad typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ali-Ahmad 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. Ali-Ahmad. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ali-Ahmad typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ali-Ahmad 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. Ali-Ahmad. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Does Dr. Ali-Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ali-Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 364-2890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ali-Ahmad accept in Lansing, MI?
Dr. Ali-Ahmad in Lansing, MI 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
McLaren Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ali-Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Hussein Ali-Ahmad's Primary Practice
1140 E Michigan Ave Ste 200
Lansing, MI 48912
(517) 364-2890
What is Dr. Ali-Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ali-Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821262676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ali-Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ali-Ahmad
What is Dr. Hussein Ali-Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ali-Ahmad is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Lansing, MI.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Hussein Ali-Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ali-Ahmad is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland 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 Hussein Ali-Ahmad accepting new patients in Lansing, MI?
Yes, Dr. Hussein Ali-Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hussein Ali-Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ali-Ahmad's office at (517) 364-2890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hussein Ali-Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ali-Ahmad's office at (517) 364-2890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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