Who is Dr. Bashir, Medical Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Babar Bashir, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations.
Dr. Bashir is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bashir’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bashir’s office at (800) 533-3669.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bashir?
Dr. Babar Bashir, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bashir empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancers, Gastric Cancer, Immunotherapy, Liver Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Rectal Cancer, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Bashir is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Bashir speak?
Dr. Bashir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Bashir treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bashir 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. Bashir. 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:
Colorectal Cancer
Colon cancer
Rectal cancer
Bowel cancer
Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Malignant neoplasm of colon
Colon Cancer
Ascending Colon Cancer
Bowel Cancer
Colorectal Carcinoma
Descending Colon Cancer
Appendix Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
C186: Malignant neoplasm of descending colon
C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
Also known as:
Pancreatic Cancer
Cancer of the pancreas
Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
Pancreas Cancer
Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
Cancer Chemotherapy
Chemo treatment
Oncology chemotherapy
Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
Neuroendocrine Tumor
Cancer
Endocrine Disease
Malignant NET
Neuroendocrine Cancer
NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
What procedures does Dr. Bashir perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bashir 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. Bashir. 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:
Blood Transfusion
Blood Transfusion and Donation
Blood product transfusion
Red blood cell transfusion
Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
Declotting of Vascular Access Device
Catheter declotting
Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
Blocked port-a-cath treatment
Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
Liver Biopsy (Needle)
Percutaneous liver biopsy
Needle liver sample
Liver tissue biopsy
Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Does Dr. Bashir accept my insurance?
Dr. Bashir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 533-3669 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bashir accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Bashir in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Bashir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bashir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073892626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bashir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bashir
What is Dr. Babar Bashir's specialty?
Dr. Bashir is a Medical Oncologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Contact Dr. Bashir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Babar Bashir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bashir is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University 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
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Is Babar Bashir accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Babar Bashir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Babar Bashir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bashir's office at (800) 533-3669 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Babar Bashir?
Please contact Dr. Bashir's office at (800) 533-3669 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.