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Dr. Tarig Ahmed, MD

Dr. Tarig Ahmed, MD

Aurora, IL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmed, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Tarig Ahmed, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahmed completed his residency at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County - Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (630) 312-2000.

    Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County - Hematology/Medical Oncology

    • Residency: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County - Internal Medicine | Bahrain Defence Force Royal Medical Services

    • Medical School: Academy of Medical Sciences & Technology (Education)

    What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?

    Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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.

    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. Ahmed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 312-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Aurora, IL?

    Dr. Ahmed in Aurora, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Tarig Ahmed's Primary Practice

    2000 Ogden Ave Ste A1100

    Aurora, IL 60504

    (630) 312-2000

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    Dr. Tarig Ahmed's Practice 2

    6308 8th Ave

    Kenosha, WI 53143

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    Dr. Tarig Ahmed's Practice 3

    9555 76th St Ste 1200

    Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ahmed affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ahmed has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669705471.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed

    What is Dr. Tarig Ahmed's specialty?

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Tarig Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital 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

    When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Tarig Ahmed accepting new patients in Aurora, IL?

    No, Dr. Tarig Ahmed is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tarig Ahmed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (630) 312-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tarig Ahmed?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (630) 312-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Dr. Ahmed's offices are located in Aurora, IL, Kenosha, WI, and Pleasant Prairie, WI.