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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hussaini, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Syed Hussaini, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hussaini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hussaini’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hussaini’s office at (205) 934-9999.
What languages does Dr. Hussaini speak?
Dr. Hussaini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Hussaini typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Hussaini 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. Hussaini. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Hussaini typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Hussaini 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. Hussaini. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Hussaini accept my insurance?
Dr. Hussaini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hussaini accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hussaini in Birmingham, AL 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 Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Hussaini's office located?
What is Dr. Hussaini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hussaini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245762855.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hussaini?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hussaini
What is Dr. Syed Hussaini's specialty?
Dr. Hussaini is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
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. Syed Hussaini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hussaini is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Syed Hussaini accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Syed Hussaini is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Hussaini offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hussaini's office at (205) 934-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Hussaini?
Please contact Dr. Hussaini's office at (205) 934-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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