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Who is Dr. Bit-Shawish, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bit-Shawish graduated from Universidad De Zaragoza, Facultad De Medicina. Dr. Bit-Shawish is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bit-Shawish’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bit-Shawish’s office at (814) 946-1655.
Where did Dr. Bit-Shawish go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad De Zaragoza, Facultad De Medicina | Universidad De Zaragoza, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Bit-Shawish board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bit-Shawish speak?
Dr. Bit-Shawish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bit-Shawish treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Bit-Shawish 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. Bit-Shawish. 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.
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Bit-Shawish perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bit-Shawish's office.
Does Dr. Bit-Shawish accept my insurance?
Dr. Bit-Shawish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 946-1655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bit-Shawish accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Bit-Shawish in Altoona, PA 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
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bit-Shawish's office located?
What is Dr. Bit-Shawish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bit-Shawish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871702779.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bit-Shawish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bit-Shawish
What is Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish's specialty?
Dr. Bit-Shawish is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Altoona, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Bit-Shawish to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bit-Shawish is affiliated with Cox Medical Center-Branson, Cox Medical Center South, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Hasan Bit-Shawish accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?
Yes, Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bit-Shawish's office at (814) 946-1655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hasan Bit-Shawish?
Please contact Dr. Bit-Shawish's office at (814) 946-1655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish have?
Dr. Hasan Bit-Shawish is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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