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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hamid, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sammy Hamid, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Hamid graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center Program. Dr. Hamid is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamid’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamid’s office at (215) 878-7050.
Where did Dr. Hamid go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Hamid board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sammy Hamid, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hamid speak?
Dr. Hamid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hamid typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hamid 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. Hamid. 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:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hamid typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hamid performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hamid. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Hamid accept my insurance?
Dr. Hamid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 878-7050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hamid accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hamid in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
University of New Mexico
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Hamid's office located?
Dr. Sammy Hamid's Primary Practice
7300 City Ave Rm 203
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 878-7050
What is Dr. Hamid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hamid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225077985.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hamid
What is Dr. Sammy Hamid's specialty?
Dr. Hamid is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Sammy Hamid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hamid is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center, Riddle Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Abington 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
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Is Sammy Hamid accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sammy Hamid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sammy Hamid offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hamid's office at (215) 878-7050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sammy Hamid?
Please contact Dr. Hamid's office at (215) 878-7050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sammy Hamid have?
Dr. Sammy Hamid is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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