Dr. Assad Hassoun, MD
San Francisco, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hassoun, Transplant Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Assad Hassoun, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hassoun graduated from University of Mosul / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Hassoun is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hassoun’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hassoun’s office at (415) 600-1000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hassoun?
Dr. Assad Hassoun, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hassoun empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Surgical Oncology, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco, CA community, Dr. Hassoun is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hassoun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinic | University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinic
Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery | Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center | Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center
Medical School: University of Mosul, Coll of Med, Mosul, Iraq | University of Mosul / College of Medicine | University of Mosul / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Hassoun board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Assad Hassoun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hassoun speak?
Dr. Hassoun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Hassoun typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Hassoun 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. Hassoun. 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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Hassoun typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Assad Hassoun may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Hassoun's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hassoun accept my insurance?
Dr. Hassoun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hassoun accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Hassoun in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Contra Costa
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hassoun's office located?
Dr. Assad Hassoun's Primary Practice
3838 California St
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 600-1000
What is Dr. Hassoun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hassoun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982625349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hassoun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hassoun
What is Dr. Assad Hassoun's specialty?
Dr. Hassoun is a Transplant Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Assad Hassoun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hassoun is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Novato Community Hospital, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 Assad Hassoun accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Assad Hassoun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Assad Hassoun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hassoun's office at (415) 600-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Assad Hassoun?
Please contact Dr. Hassoun's office at (415) 600-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Assad Hassoun have?
Dr. Assad Hassoun is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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