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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hammad, Hospitalist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Tarek Hammad, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hammad is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hammad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammad’s office at (210) 358-4000.
What languages does Dr. Hammad speak?
Dr. Hammad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Hammad treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hammad 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. Hammad. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PAD pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia
- Severe artery blockage pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70229: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, unspecified extremity
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Hammad perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tarek Hammad may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hammad's office.
Does Dr. Hammad accept my insurance?
Dr. Hammad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hammad accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Hammad in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Design Plus
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hammad's office located?
What is Dr. Hammad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912212135.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammad
What is Dr. Tarek Hammad's specialty?
Dr. Hammad is a Hospitalist near Cleveland, OH. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Hammad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tarek Hammad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hammad is affiliated with Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Uh Ahuja Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Tarek Hammad accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Hammad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarek Hammad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammad's office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarek Hammad?
Please contact Dr. Hammad's office at (210) 358-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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