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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Bestoun Ahmed, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (412) 621-7575.
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Bestoun Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Bestoun Ahmed may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 621-7575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Ahmed in Pittsburgh, PA 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
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Bestoun Ahmed's Primary Practice
3380 Blvd of the Allies Ste 1
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 621-7575
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An 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 1740336106.
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. Bestoun Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Surgeon near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Bestoun Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Upmc Washington, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Acmh Hospital, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Independence Health Westmoreland 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
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Is Bestoun Ahmed accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Bestoun Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bestoun Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (412) 621-7575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bestoun Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (412) 621-7575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bestoun Ahmed have?
Dr. Bestoun Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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