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Who is Dr. Hammond, Medical Oncologist in Burien, WA?
Dr. William Hammond, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Burien, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Hammond completed his residency at Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hammond is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hammond’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hammond?
Dr. William Hammond, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hammond empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Burien, WA community, Dr. Hammond is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hammond go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Hammond board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. William Hammond, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hammond speak?
Dr. Hammond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Hammond typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Hammond 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. Hammond. 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
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
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
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Hammond typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Hammond 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
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hammond accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Hammond's office located?
What is Dr. Hammond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740277219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hammond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hammond
What is Dr. William Hammond's specialty?
Dr. Hammond is a Medical Oncologist near Burien, WA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. William Hammond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hammond is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UW Medical Center - Northwest. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Hammond accepting new patients in Burien, WA?
Yes, Dr. William Hammond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Hammond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Hammond?
Please contact Dr. Hammond's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Hammond have?
Dr. William Hammond is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Hammond
16233 Sylvester Rd SW
Burien, WA 98166