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Dr. Samir Alsawah, MD

Dr. Samir Alsawah, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Port Huron, MI

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alsawah, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Port Huron, MI?

    Dr. Samir Alsawah, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Huron, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Alsawah graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, Medical Oncology; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alsawah is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsawah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsawah’s office at (517) 437-4820.

    Where did Dr. Alsawah go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, Medical Oncology; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alsawah speak?

    Dr. Alsawah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Alsawah typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Alsawah 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. Alsawah. 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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Alsawah typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Alsawah 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. Alsawah. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Does Dr. Alsawah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alsawah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 437-4820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alsawah accept in Port Huron, MI?

    Dr. Alsawah in Port Huron, MI 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alsawah's office located?

    Dr. Samir Alsawah's Primary Practice

    1231 Pine Grove Ave Ste 2F

    Port Huron, MI 48060

    (517) 437-4820

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    Dr. Samir Alsawah's Practice 2

    44201 Dequindre Rd Ste 250

    Troy, MI 48085

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    Dr. Samir Alsawah's Practice 3

    25250 Kelly Rd

    Roseville, MI 48066

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    What is Dr. Alsawah's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alsawah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063453413.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsawah?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alsawah

    What is Dr. Samir Alsawah's specialty?

    Dr. Alsawah is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Port Huron, MI.

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Samir Alsawah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alsawah is affiliated with Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Mclaren Port Huron, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb 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 Dr. Samir Alsawah accepting new patients in Port Huron, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Samir Alsawah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samir Alsawah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alsawah's office at (517) 437-4820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samir Alsawah?

    Please contact Dr. Alsawah's office at (517) 437-4820 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alsawah's office located?

    Dr. Alsawah's offices are located in Port Huron, MI, Troy, MI, and Roseville, MI.