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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hassan, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hesham Hassan, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hassan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hassan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hassan’s office at (205) 934-3460.
What languages does Dr. Hassan speak?
Dr. Hassan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hassan treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Hassan 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. Hassan. 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:
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Hassan perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hesham Hassan may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hassan's office.
Does Dr. Hassan accept my insurance?
Dr. Hassan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-3460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hassan accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hassan in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Hassan's office located?
What is Dr. Hassan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hassan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578022349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hassan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hassan
What is Dr. Hesham Hassan's specialty?
Dr. Hassan is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Birmingham, AL. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Hassan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hesham Hassan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hassan 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Hesham Hassan accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Hesham Hassan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hesham Hassan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hassan's office at (205) 934-3460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hesham Hassan?
Please contact Dr. Hassan's office at (205) 934-3460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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