Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammad, Medical Oncologist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Ahmad Hammad is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hammad graduated from University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at East Tennessee State University. Dr. Hammad is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammad’s office at (276) 378-3020.
Where did Dr. Hammad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: MEDICAL ONCOLOGY, EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY, JOHNSON CITY, TN USA | ETSU Quillen-Dishner College of Medicine
Residency: East Tennessee State University
Medical School: University of Jordan, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Hammad board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Hammad is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Hammad speak?
Dr. Hammad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Hammad typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Hammad 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. Hammad. 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 here.
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Hammad typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Hammad 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. Hammad. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Hammad accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (276) 378-3020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammad accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Hammad in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
AmeriBen
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hammad's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Allergic Fugal Sinusitis/1st place in case history devision, ETSU Rese
What is Dr. Hammad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104924232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammad
What is Dr. Ahmad Hammad's specialty?
Dr. Hammad is a Medical Oncologist near Knoxville, TN.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Hammad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammad is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Parkwest Medical Center 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 Ahmad Hammad accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Hammad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Hammad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammad's office at (276) 378-3020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Hammad?
Please contact Dr. Hammad's office at (276) 378-3020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmad Hammad have?
Dr. Ahmad Hammad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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