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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kassem, Medical Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ahmad Kassem is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kassem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassem’s office at (216) 778-2273.
What languages does Dr. Kassem speak?
Dr. Kassem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kassem typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kassem 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. Kassem. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
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:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kassem typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kassem 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. Kassem. 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
Does Dr. Kassem accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassem accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kassem in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kassem's office located?
What is Dr. Kassem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952805004.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassem
What is Dr. Ahmad Kassem's specialty?
Dr. Kassem is a Medical Oncologist near Boston, MA.
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. Ahmad Kassem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassem is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, Elliot Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmad Kassem accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Kassem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Kassem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassem's office at (216) 778-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Kassem?
Please contact Dr. Kassem's office at (216) 778-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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