Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alavi, Hematologist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Asif Alavi, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alavi completed his residency at UCLA-Olive View. Dr. Alavi is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alavi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alavi’s office at (313) 882-7900.
Where did Dr. Alavi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
Residency: UCLA-Olive View | STANFORD HEALTH CARE - O'CONNOR HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Michigan (Medical Education)
Is Dr. Alavi board certified as a Hematologist?
Yes, Dr. Asif Alavi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alavi speak?
Dr. Alavi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Alavi treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Alavi 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. Alavi. 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:
- 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:
- 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
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
What procedures does Dr. Alavi perform?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Alavi 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. Alavi. 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:
- Red Blood Cell Apheresis
- Therapeutic Red Blood Cell Exchange
- Red Blood Cell Removal Procedure
- Erythrocytapheresis
CPT Codes:
- 36512: Therapeutic apheresis; for red blood cells
Does Dr. Alavi accept my insurance?
Dr. Alavi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 882-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alavi accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Alavi in Detroit, 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
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Alavi's office located?
What is Dr. Alavi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alavi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790952562.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alavi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alavi
What is Dr. Asif Alavi's specialty?
Dr. Alavi is a Hematologist near Detroit, MI. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Alavi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Asif Alavi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alavi is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Wyandotte 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
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Is Asif Alavi accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Asif Alavi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asif Alavi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alavi's office at (313) 882-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asif Alavi?
Please contact Dr. Alavi's office at (313) 882-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Asif Alavi have?
Dr. Asif Alavi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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