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Who is Dr. El-Shami, Medical Oncologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Khaled El-Shami, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El-Shami graduated from Mechanical Engineering and is currently affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. El-Shami is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Shami’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Shami’s office at (202) 660-6500.
Where did Dr. El-Shami go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. El-Shami board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Khaled El-Shami, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El-Shami speak?
Dr. El-Shami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. El-Shami typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. El-Shami 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. El-Shami. 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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. El-Shami typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Khaled El-Shami may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. El-Shami's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El-Shami accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Shami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 660-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Shami accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. El-Shami in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. El-Shami's office located?
Dr. Khaled El-Shami's Primary Practice
8600 Old Georgetown Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
(202) 660-6500
What is Dr. El-Shami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Shami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639225204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Shami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Shami
What is Dr. Khaled El-Shami's specialty?
Dr. El-Shami is a Medical Oncologist near Bethesda, MD.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Khaled El-Shami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, El-Shami is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sibley Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Khaled El-Shami accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Khaled El-Shami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Khaled El-Shami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Shami's office at (202) 660-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Khaled El-Shami?
Please contact Dr. El-Shami's office at (202) 660-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Khaled El-Shami have?
Dr. Khaled El-Shami is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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