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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Ahad, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Arshad Ahad, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahad graduated from Dow Medical College and completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hematology/Oncology; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine; Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Psychiatry. Dr. Ahad is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahad’s office at (424) 375-7209.
Where did Dr. Ahad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hematology/Oncology; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine; Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Psychiatry | New England Med Center Hosps | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
Is Dr. Ahad board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Arshad Ahad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahad speak?
Dr. Ahad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ahad treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ahad 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. Ahad. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
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:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
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
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Which procedures does Dr. Ahad perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Arshad Ahad may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ahad's office.
Does Dr. Ahad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (424) 375-7209 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahad accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ahad in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gold Coast Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ahad's office located?
Dr. Arshad Ahad's Primary Practice
23441 Madison St Ste 215
Torrance, CA 90505
(424) 375-7209
What is Dr. Ahad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487647293.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahad
What is Dr. Arshad Ahad's specialty?
Dr. Ahad is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Torrance, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ahad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arshad Ahad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ahad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Woodland Hills Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Arshad Ahad accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Arshad Ahad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arshad Ahad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahad's office at (424) 375-7209 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arshad Ahad?
Please contact Dr. Ahad's office at (424) 375-7209 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arshad Ahad have?
Dr. Arshad Ahad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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