EverydayHealthLogo
AA

Dr. Arshad Ahad, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Torrance, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahad’s office at (323) 721-1388.

    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 as a 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ahad typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ahad typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Arshad Ahad may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ahad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 721-1388 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Ahad's office located?

    Dr. Arshad Ahad's Primary Practice

    23441 Madison St Ste 215

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (323) 721-1388

    Get Directions

    Dr. Arshad Ahad's Practice 2

    4949 Market St

    Ventura, CA 93003

    Get Directions

    Dr. Arshad Ahad's Practice 3

    888 S Hill Rd

    Ventura, CA 93003

    Get Directions

    What is Dr. Ahad's NPI number?A 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.

    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 Dr. Arshad Ahad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahad is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 (323) 721-1388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Arshad Ahad?

    Please contact Dr. Ahad's office at (323) 721-1388 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahad's office located?

    Dr. Ahad's offices are located in Torrance, CA and Ventura, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arshad Ahad have?

    Dr. Arshad Ahad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.