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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghattas, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Tharwat Ghattas, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ghattas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghattas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghattas’s office at (318) 626-0000.
What languages does Dr. Ghattas speak?
Dr. Ghattas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ghattas typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ghattas 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. Ghattas. 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 Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ghattas typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ghattas 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. Ghattas. 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
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
Does Dr. Ghattas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghattas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghattas accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Ghattas in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghattas' office located?
What is Dr. Ghattas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghattas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043523277.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghattas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghattas
What is Dr. Tharwat Ghattas's specialty?
Dr. Ghattas is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Shreveport, LA.
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 this Dr. Tharwat Ghattas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghattas is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Northern Louisiana Medical Center, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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
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Is Tharwat Ghattas accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Tharwat Ghattas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tharwat Ghattas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghattas's office at (318) 626-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tharwat Ghattas?
Please contact Dr. Ghattas's office at (318) 626-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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