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Dr. Samer Tohme, MD

Surgeon

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tohme, Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Samer Tohme, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tohme is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tohme’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tohme’s office at (412) 692-2001.

    What languages does Dr. Tohme speak?

    Dr. Tohme and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tohme typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tohme 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. Tohme. 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:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Liver Disease
    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified
    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    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

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tohme typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tohme 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. Tohme. 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:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
    • Vascular embolization
    • Artery occlusion for tumors
    • Organ ischemia embolization
    • Therapeutic embolization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction

    Does Dr. Tohme accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tohme accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 692-2001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tohme accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Tohme in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Tohme's office located?

    Dr. Samer Tohme's Primary Practice

    9100 Babcock Blvd

    Pittsburgh, PA 15237

    (412) 692-2001

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    Dr. Samer Tohme's Practice 2

    3471 5th Ave Ste 300

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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    Dr. Samer Tohme's Practice 3

    2 Hot Metal St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15203

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    What is Dr. Tohme's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tohme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679894208.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tohme?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tohme

    What is Dr. Samer Tohme's specialty?

    Dr. Tohme 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 Dr. Samer Tohme affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tohme is affiliated with Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Upmc Williamsport, Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Upmc Washington, Acmh 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 Dr. Samer Tohme accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Tohme is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samer Tohme offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tohme's office at (412) 692-2001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samer Tohme?

    Please contact Dr. Tohme's office at (412) 692-2001 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tohme's office located?

    Dr. Tohme's office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.