33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hamed, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Leesville, LA?
Dr. Hatem Hamed is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Leesville, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. He is a member of the American Academy of Pain Management, American Academy of Family Medicine, and American Academy of Anti Aging Association. Dr. Hamed is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamed’s office at (724) 708-5577.
Where did Dr. Hamed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of El Cairo, Faculty of Medicine, El Cairo, Egypt | Xavier University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hamed board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hatem Hamed is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hamed speak?
Dr. Hamed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamed typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamed 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. Hamed. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamed typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hatem Hamed may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Hamed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hamed accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (724) 708-5577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamed accept in Leesville, LA?
Dr. Hamed in Leesville, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hamed's office located?
Dr. Hatem Hamed's Primary Practice
1020 W Fertitta Blvd
Leesville, LA 71446
(724) 708-5577
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 46 reviews
Office Experience
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
95% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Hatem Hamed an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Hamed has been rated and reviewed by 46 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Hamed, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Pain Management
Diplomate
American Academy of Family Medicine
Professional Member
American Academy of Anti Aging Association
Professional Member
What is Dr. Hamed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841434404.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamed
What is Dr. Hatem Hamed's specialty?
Dr. Hamed is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Leesville, LA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Hatem Hamed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hamed is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Baylor St. Luke's 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
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Is Hatem Hamed accepting new patients in Leesville, LA?
Yes, Dr. Hatem Hamed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hatem Hamed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamed's office at (724) 708-5577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hatem Hamed?
Please contact Dr. Hamed's office at (724) 708-5577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hatem Hamed have?
Dr. Hatem Hamed is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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