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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkhatib, Medical Oncologist in Lima, OH?
Dr. Rifat Elkhatib, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lima, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Elkhatib is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkhatib’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkhatib’s office at (740) 845-7518.
What languages does Dr. Elkhatib speak?
Dr. Elkhatib and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Elkhatib treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Elkhatib 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. Elkhatib. 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:
- 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
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
Which procedures does Dr. Elkhatib perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rifat Elkhatib 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. Elkhatib's office.
Does Dr. Elkhatib accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkhatib accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 845-7518 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkhatib accept in Lima, OH?
Dr. Elkhatib in Lima, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
Molina
SummaCare
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Where is Dr. Elkhatib's office located?
Dr. Rifat Elkhatib's Primary Practice
803 W Market St Ste 200
Lima, OH 45805
(740) 845-7518
What is Dr. Elkhatib's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkhatib's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922013598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkhatib?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkhatib
What is Dr. Rifat Elkhatib's specialty?
Dr. Elkhatib is a Medical Oncologist near Lima, OH. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Elkhatib to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rifat Elkhatib affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkhatib is affiliated with Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Rifat Elkhatib accepting new patients in Lima, OH?
Yes, Dr. Rifat Elkhatib is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rifat Elkhatib offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkhatib's office at (740) 845-7518 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rifat Elkhatib?
Please contact Dr. Elkhatib's office at (740) 845-7518 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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