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Dr. Basem Hamid, MD
Houston, TX
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hamid, Neurologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Basem Hamid, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Hamid graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Wv University Hospital. Dr. Hamid is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamid’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamid’s office.
Where did Dr. Hamid go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Iowa
Residency: Wv University Hospital | West Virginia University Program
Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hamid speak?
Dr. Hamid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Hamid treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Hamid 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. Hamid. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbosacral Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47897: Other spondylosis, lumbosacral region
- M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Nerve Junction Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Other Myoneural Disorders
- Specific Neuromuscular Conditions
- Muscle-Nerve Communication Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7089: Other specified myoneural disorders
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Which procedures does Dr. Hamid perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Basem Hamid may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hamid's office.
Does Dr. Hamid accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamid accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Hamid in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hamid's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Basem Hamid?
Dr. Hamid has appointments available at his Houston, TX office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Hamid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114918265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamid
What is Dr. Basem Hamid's specialty?
Dr. Hamid is a Neurologist near Houston, TX.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Hamid to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Basem Hamid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hamid is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast 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 Basem Hamid accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Basem Hamid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basem Hamid offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hamid, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Basem Hamid?
Please contact Dr. Hamid's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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