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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waheed, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Salman Waheed, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Waheed is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waheed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waheed’s office at (815) 725-2121.
What languages does Dr. Waheed speak?
Dr. Waheed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Waheed treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Waheed 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. Waheed. 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:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Right Leg
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Left Leg
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT in Right Leg
- Blood Clot in Right Leg Vein
- DVT in Left Leg
- Blood Clot in Left Leg Vein
ICD-10 Codes:
- I82401: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of right lower extremity
- I82402: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Which procedures does Dr. Waheed perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Salman Waheed 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. Waheed's office.
Does Dr. Waheed accept my insurance?
Dr. Waheed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 725-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waheed accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Waheed in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Optimed Health
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Where is Dr. Waheed's office located?
What is Dr. Waheed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waheed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104146505.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waheed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waheed
What is Dr. Salman Waheed's specialty?
Dr. Waheed is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Joliet, IL. 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. Waheed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Salman Waheed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waheed is affiliated with Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet 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
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Is Salman Waheed accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Salman Waheed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salman Waheed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waheed's office at (815) 725-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salman Waheed?
Please contact Dr. Waheed's office at (815) 725-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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