Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hamzah, Thoracic Surgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Ahmad Hamzah, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Hamzah graduated from Universidad De Sevilla, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Hamzah is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamzah’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamzah’s office at (561) 955-6300.
Where did Dr. Hamzah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital | New York Methodist Hospital | DMC Harper University Hospital | United Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University Of Cadiz Sevilla Spain | Universidad De Sevilla, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Hamzah board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Hamzah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hamzah speak?
Dr. Hamzah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hamzah treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Hamzah 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. Hamzah. 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:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
- J918: Pleural effusion in other conditions classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Sepsis After Surgery
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- After Surgery
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Post-operative sepsis
- Surgical sepsis
- Blood poisoning after operation
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- T8144XA: Sepsis following a procedure, initial encounter
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Malignant Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Cardiopulmonary Syndromes (PDQ®)
- Cancer-related fluid in lungs
- Cancerous pleural fluid
- Pleural fluid from cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- J910: Malignant pleural effusion
Also known as:
- Kidney Failure
- Renal Failure
- Kidney Shutdown
ICD-10 Codes:
- N19: Unspecified kidney failure
Which procedures does Dr. Hamzah perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ahmad Hamzah may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hamzah's office.
Does Dr. Hamzah accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamzah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 955-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamzah accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Hamzah in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Century Healthcare
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hamzah's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Hamzah's Primary Practice
14502 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 103
Tampa, FL 33618
(561) 955-6300
What is Dr. Hamzah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamzah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356539712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamzah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamzah
What is Dr. Ahmad Hamzah's specialty?
Dr. Hamzah is a Thoracic Surgeon near Tampa, FL. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Hamzah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Hamzah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hamzah is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ahmad Hamzah accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Hamzah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Hamzah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamzah's office at (561) 955-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Hamzah?
Please contact Dr. Hamzah's office at (561) 955-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmad Hamzah have?
Dr. Ahmad Hamzah is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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