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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaker, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Ahmad Shaker, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in St Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shaker is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaker’s office at (727) 824-8206.
What languages does Dr. Shaker speak?
Dr. Shaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shaker typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Shaker 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. Shaker. 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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
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
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shaker typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ahmad Shaker 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. Shaker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 824-8206 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaker accept in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Shaker in St Petersburg, FL 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shaker's office located?
What is Dr. Shaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174767917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaker
What is Dr. Ahmad Shaker's specialty?
Dr. Shaker is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near St Petersburg, FL.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Shaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaker is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Morton Plant Hospital, Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, Orlando Health South Lake 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ahmad Shaker accepting new patients in St Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Shaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Shaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaker's office at (727) 824-8206 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Shaker?
Please contact Dr. Shaker's office at (727) 824-8206 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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