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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ames, Anatomic Pathologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Heather Ames, MD, PHD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ames is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ames’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ames’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ames speak?
Dr. Ames and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Ames typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Ames 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. Ames. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Ames typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Ames may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Ames' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ames accept my insurance?
Dr. Ames accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ames accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Ames in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ames' office located?
What is Dr. Ames's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710220264.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ames?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ames
What is Dr. Heather Ames's specialty?
Dr. Ames is a Anatomic Pathologist near Baltimore, MD.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Heather Ames affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ames is affiliated with Ummc Midtown Campus, University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton, Frederick Health Hospital, Um Baltimore Washington 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
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Is Heather Ames accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Heather Ames is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Ames offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Ames?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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