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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkassas, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Du Bois, PA?
Dr. Hazem Elkassas, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Du Bois, PA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Elkassas graduated from University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at St Elizabeth Hospital. Dr. Elkassas is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkassas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkassas’s office.
Where did Dr. Elkassas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth Hospital
Medical School: University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine | Kasr Alainy / Cairo University | University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elkassas speak?
Dr. Elkassas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Elkassas treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Elkassas 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. Elkassas. 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:
- 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Which procedures does Dr. Elkassas perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hazem Elkassas may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elkassas' office.
Does Dr. Elkassas accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkassas 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. Elkassas accept in Du Bois, PA?
Dr. Elkassas in Du Bois, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community Health Improvement Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Elkassas' office located?
What is Dr. Elkassas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkassas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518067859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkassas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkassas
What is Dr. Hazem Elkassas's specialty?
Dr. Elkassas is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Du Bois, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Elkassas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hazem Elkassas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkassas is affiliated with Meadville Medical Center 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Hazem Elkassas accepting new patients in Du Bois, PA?
Yes, Dr. Hazem Elkassas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hazem Elkassas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkassas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hazem Elkassas?
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Du Bois, PA 15801