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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghanem, Medical Oncologist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Sassine Ghanem, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI. Dr. Ghanem is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghanem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghanem’s office at (401) 444-5435.
What languages does Dr. Ghanem speak?
Dr. Ghanem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Ghanem typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Ghanem 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. Ghanem. 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
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
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. Ghanem typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sassine Ghanem 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. Ghanem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghanem accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghanem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-5435 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghanem accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Ghanem in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Clover Health Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghanem's office located?
What is Dr. Ghanem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghanem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174905236.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghanem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghanem
What is Dr. Sassine Ghanem's specialty?
Dr. Ghanem is a Medical Oncologist near Providence, RI.
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. Sassine Ghanem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghanem is affiliated with Atlanticare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus, Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 Sassine Ghanem accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Sassine Ghanem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sassine Ghanem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghanem's office at (401) 444-5435 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sassine Ghanem?
Please contact Dr. Ghanem's office at (401) 444-5435 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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